{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Konawaena Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":61.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6621951,"projectId":10115507,"letterContent":"This project is something that I want to do again with my 7th grade students, but we will definitely need to start this project earlier in the school year. We were not able to make enough lei for all 100 students, but the students did their best with the time they had. Time and patience is necessary for this project. A total of 18 LEGO lei was created for the 8th grade students. \r\n\r\nThe LEGO lei project had a meaningful impact on some of our eighth-grade students by helping them feel recognized, valued, and celebrated as they reached an important milestone in their educational journey. Many of our students have worked hard to overcome academic, social, and personal challenges throughout middle school, and receiving a LEGO lei provided a fun and memorable way to honor their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nThe lei added excitement and school pride to our promotion ceremony while giving students a keepsake they could cherish long after the event. Because the leis were built from LEGO pieces, they reflected creativity, perseverance, and problem-solving—qualities our students have developed during their time in middle school.\r\n\r\nFor many students and families, the LEGO lei became a symbol of achievement and community support. The celebration helped create positive memories, strengthened students' sense of belonging, and encouraged them to move forward to high school with confidence. Thanks to the generosity of donors, our students felt seen, celebrated, and appreciated during this special transition. Be on the lookout for another project for this upcoming school year.","fullyFundedDate":1776439531007,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-eighth-grade-with-lego-leis/10115507/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Eighth Grade with LEGO Leis","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J. Murphioka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6621951_orig.jpg?crop=568,568,x46,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597084475340","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/murphiokamath"},{"teacherId":9817254,"projectId":10111042,"letterContent":"Thank you again for you support and generosity this year in my request for Donations.\r\n\r\nThe Megaphone were so helpful in quickly gathering students together in a short time . We used it for our performances this year during practices to quickly move kids with out losing our voices over many months. My yard duty additionally was eased without having to yell across the field or quickly get the attention of students on the open play field.\r\n\r\nI had pur hase lamps for my classroom but the addition of 2 more lamps helped create the needed light ambience for the room without having to use the overhead fluorescent hospital lights.\r\n\r\nThe TV came later in the year and. Couldn't have come at a better time considering my old one was losing all its steam at the end of the year. I was unable to put into full use this year do to coming late bc of unavailable sold out items and the requirements to hang on a mount. I purchased a wall mount and will be hanging it up in a few weeks for it to be ready for the coming school year. I will include full Pic in my next donation request in coming year . Thank you so much again.","fullyFundedDate":1771790881947,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-enhancement/10111042/","projectTitle":"Classroom Enhancement","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pieronek","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9817254_orig.jpg?crop=239,239,x49,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741883499405","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9817254"},{"teacherId":6919220,"projectId":10104622,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting our project, \"More Than Just a Bad Day: Tools for Middle School.\" Your belief in our classroom and our students has truly made a profound difference.\r\n\r\nThe Impact in Our Classroom\r\n\r\nThe new resources have quickly become an essential part of our daily routine. We are using them constantly to help students learn to effectively regulate their emotions. Whether a student needs a moment to reset or a tool to help them focus, these materials have provided the perfect support system.\r\n\r\nA particularly special highlight has been the new ice maker—it has been a massive hit! Both the adults and the students absolutely love it, and it has brought a wonderful, refreshing energy to our space.\r\n\r\nPure Excitement and Gratitude was felt when the packages arrived and the students saw the materials for the very first time, the excitement in the room was palpable. They were thrilled to explore the new supplies and deeply grateful for the healthy snacks. Having those nutritious options has been a game-changer for keeping them fueled, focused, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is making a lasting impact that extends far beyond a single day. Moving forward, our next steps are to continue heavily educating our students on emotional regulation. With these new tools firmly integrated into our environment, we are now better equipped than ever to teach these vital life skills and help our middle schoolers navigate their days with confidence and resilience.\r\n\r\nThank you for opening your hearts to our classroom and giving our students a glimpse of how much their community cares about their well-being. We could not have done this without you!\r\n\r\nWith deep gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1771604839575,"projectUrl":"project/more-than-just-a-bad-day-tools-for-midd/10104622/","projectTitle":"More Than Just a Bad Day: Tools for Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kyra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6919220"},{"teacherId":5403994,"projectId":10108748,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to this project. The kids have been thoroughly enjoying the games. Connect 4 & the Mancala game were out every single game day. The snacks were a great energizing motivator. Middle schoolers thrive on food! \r\nThe joy on my students faces as they played games together & strategized to win was a delight to see. Students were glued to the Connect 4 boards working out how to beat their opponent. \r\nThe crafting supplies will help me start off our new school year with engagement options to hook the kids interest in both health class & team building in advisory. \r\nI truly appreciate the Hawaii Department of Education for their support for this project.","fullyFundedDate":1771704781232,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-cooperation-curiosity-co/10108748/","projectTitle":"Creativity, Cooperation, Curiosity & Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wagstaff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5403994"},{"teacherId":10039649,"projectId":10117364,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported our LEGO project. Your generosity and kindness have made a meaningful impact on our classroom and our students. Because of your donations, our students now have access to hands-on materials that encourage creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking in an engaging and exciting way.\r\n\r\nThe LEGO materials will be used to support learning across many subject areas while also helping students build communication and collaboration skills. Our students were thrilled to see the new supplies arrive, and their excitement and enthusiasm were immediate. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' learning experiences. Your support truly helps create opportunities that inspire curiosity, imagination, and confidence every day.","fullyFundedDate":1777898419069,"projectUrl":"project/lego-building-for-eighth-graders/10117364/","projectTitle":"LEGO Building for Eighth Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nakamoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039649"},{"teacherId":10039649,"projectId":10111795,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported our LEGO project. Your generosity and kindness have made a meaningful impact on our classroom and our students. Because of your donations, our students now have access to hands-on materials that encourage creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking in an engaging and exciting way.\r\n\r\nThe LEGO materials will be used to support learning across many subject areas while also helping students build communication and collaboration skills. Our students were thrilled to see the new supplies arrive, and their excitement and enthusiasm were immediate. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' learning experiences. Your support truly helps create opportunities that inspire curiosity, imagination, and confidence every day.","fullyFundedDate":1771786672995,"projectUrl":"project/lego-activities/10111795/","projectTitle":"LEGO Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nakamoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039649"},{"teacherId":9967638,"projectId":10039446,"letterContent":"The generous donations of art supplies, snacks, and sports equipment have made a meaningful difference in my classroom community. With access to creative materials, students are able to express themselves through art, explore new ideas, and build confidence in their abilities. The snacks help ensure students feel cared for and supported throughout the day, allowing them to stay focused, energized, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe sports equipment has also encouraged teamwork, active play, and stronger relationships among students. Through games and shared activities, students learn important social skills like communication, cooperation, and empathy. These donations have helped create a classroom environment where creativity, play, and connection thrive, giving students opportunities to grow both academically and emotionally.","fullyFundedDate":1771665402569,"projectUrl":"project/play-create-learn/10039446/","projectTitle":"Play. Create. Learn.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andrade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9967638"},{"teacherId":1865219,"projectId":10110385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our LEGO project and helping provide our students with engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Students greatly enjoyed working both independently and collaboratively to build the sets. The project encouraged creativity, problem-solving, patience, and teamwork while giving students a fun and meaningful way to connect with one another.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made a positive impact in our classroom by creating opportunities for students to learn through play and collaboration. The excitement and enthusiasm students showed each day were a direct result of your support. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make learning both interactive and enjoyable.","fullyFundedDate":1771767263630,"projectUrl":"project/building-big-thinkers-with-lego/10110385/","projectTitle":"Building Big Thinkers with LEGO","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Singson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1865219_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727028375969","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1865219"},{"teacherId":2930404,"projectId":10104604,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my classroom has become a more focused, supportive, and responsive learning environment for every student.\r\n\r\nWe use the healthy snacks daily, especially during longer instructional blocks and hands-on STEM activities. When students begin to feel tired or lose focus, having access to a quick, nutritious snack helps them re-engage and sustain their attention. I've noticed a clear difference during independent work time—students are more alert, productive, and willing to persist through challenges. At the same time, the anti-stress fidgets have become an essential tool for self-regulation. Students use them quietly during lessons, discussions, and even assessments to manage stress and stay present.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were genuinely excited and grateful. Many immediately asked how and when they could use them, which opened a meaningful conversation about taking care of their bodies and minds so they can learn at their best. For some students, especially those who struggle with anxiety or focus, the fidgets were an instant source of comfort and support.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build routines that normalize both academic focus and social-emotional awareness. As we move into more collaborative projects and problem-based learning, these resources will play a key role in helping students regulate themselves, stay engaged, and work effectively with peers. My goal is to help students not only succeed academically but also develop lifelong strategies for managing stress and maintaining focus.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools they need to feel supported, capable, and ready to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1771637447997,"projectUrl":"project/nourished-minds-calm-classrooms/10104604/","projectTitle":"Nourished Minds, Calm Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cummins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2930404_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448482619508","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-cummins"},{"teacherId":9806968,"projectId":10110641,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students now have the opportunity to learn, create, and problem-solve with LEGO materials that bring learning to life in exciting new ways. Your support has provided hands-on experiences that encourage creativity, teamwork, critical thinking, and perseverance every single day in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on students' faces when they opened the LEGO sets was unforgettable. They immediately began building, collaborating, and sharing ideas with one another. These materials are more than just toys — they are tools that help students strengthen STEM skills, develop confidence, and express their imagination in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created opportunities for deeper engagement and joyful learning that many of our students will remember for years to come. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' futures. Your support truly made a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1771772249576,"projectUrl":"project/lego-fun-for-stem-exploration/10110641/","projectTitle":"LEGO fun for STEM exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806968"},{"teacherId":6621951,"projectId":9626805,"letterContent":"My project, Hoops & Habits: Making Math Real with NBA Math Hoops had a powerful impact on my students by transforming math from something abstract and intimidating into something meaningful, active, and exciting. Several of my students already love basketball, so connecting math concepts to real NBA and WNBA stats immediately increased engagement and motivation. Instead of simply solving problems on paper, students saw how fractions, percentages, averages, and probability were used in real-life sports situations they cared about.\r\n\r\nThe addition of basketballs and shooting spots made the learning even more meaningful by giving students the opportunity to physically apply the math concepts they learned. Students calculated their own shooting percentages, compared data, analyzed performance, and made predictions based on real results. This hands-on experience strengthened understanding and helped students retain skills because they were actively participating in the learning process.\r\n\r\nBeyond math, this project helped build teamwork, communication, confidence, and problem-solving skills. Students who did not normally feel successful in math had new opportunities to shine through physical activity and sports-based learning. By creating positive connections between academics and students' personal interests, this project helped build both academic confidence and a stronger love of learning. I look forward to continuing this project with my new group of students next year. Mahalo to each person that donated to help make this project a success.","fullyFundedDate":1755930075724,"projectUrl":"project/hoops-habits-making-math-real-with-nb/9626805/","projectTitle":"Hoops & Habits: Making Math Real with NBA Math Hoops","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J. Murphioka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6621951_orig.jpg?crop=568,568,x46,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597084475340","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/murphiokamath"},{"teacherId":8828141,"projectId":10107860,"letterContent":"Truly from my heart, I thank you for your generous donations of Tatami mats to the We Got Matcha! project. I always try to bring authentic Japanese culture to my classroom so that students are able to \"feel\" how it is like being in Japan. \r\n\r\nI believe that learning different languages helps them grow as a person by developing critical thinking skills, fostering curiosity, and being more understanding with different cultures. Also learning languages helps us to understand our own culture by comparing and contrasting.\r\n\r\nJapanese tea ceremony expresses very unique Japanese values and virtue. There are many specific protocols and rituals involved in tea ceremony, but students took them very seriously to learn and show proud when they host tea ceremony to their peers and teachers at school. Students experienced sitting on knees on tatami mats in order to create matcha for guests.\r\n\r\nNow there are enough tatami mats to create a tea room, I would like to offer an after school club learning Japanese culture, including of course, tea ceremony!","fullyFundedDate":1771689510904,"projectUrl":"project/we-got-matcha/10107860/","projectTitle":"We Got Matcha!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Narita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8828141_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x260,y284&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669077815602","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8828141"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62527","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":614,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":57,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":12,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":28,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":26,"percentMultiracialImputed":21,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":38.7,"schoolId":62527,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Konawaena Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Konawaena Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/konawaena-middle-school/62527"}