{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waiakea Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":40.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10337357,"projectId":9868859,"letterContent":"Thanks to this project, the new TV will make a noticeable difference in our history classroom. It will allow us to bring lessons to life by showing videos, primary source documents, maps, and historical reenactments in a clear and engaging way. Students are much more attentive and connected to the content when they can see and visualize what we are learning about, rather than only reading or listening.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the ability to experience history in a more interactive and visual way. Whether it's analyzing footage from key historical events or exploring virtual museum exhibits, the TV helps make abstract concepts feel real and relevant. Lessons feel more dynamic, and students are more willing to participate in discussions afterward.\r\n\r\nI've also noticed that students who typically struggle with reading-heavy content or have difficulty staying engaged are especially benefiting from the visual support. These students are more confident contributing to class conversations because the technology helps them access the material in a different, more approachable way. Overall, the new TV has created a more inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students.","fullyFundedDate":1769177439541,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-history-to-life-a-tv-for-engag/9868859/","projectTitle":"Bringing History to Life: a TV for Engaging Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marote","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10337357"},{"teacherId":7946213,"projectId":10111395,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to fund a TV for the classroom. This technology will allow students to will make a meaningful difference in my students' learning experience. The new television will allow us to enhance lessons with educational videos, interactive presentations, , and collaborative activities that engage students in exciting ways. Access to this technology helps create a more dynamic and inclusive classroom environment where all students can learn and grow. \r\n\r\nCurrently students are sewing. How-to videos are displayed and help with their understanding of how to create a lanyard or pencil case that students are proud to manufacture. Students are thankful that the videos can be seen from all parts of the room and students use this technology to help them learn. Next school year and years to come, my students will be able to view cooking video presentations and class activities that will be engaging for all learners.","fullyFundedDate":1771784278644,"projectUrl":"project/tv-for-a-brighter-future/10111395/","projectTitle":"TV for a Brighter Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Estrella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7946213"},{"teacherId":2689760,"projectId":10104879,"letterContent":"Thank you very muchfor making this project possible. This glow in the dark golf event is a great oppurtiunity for our school to include not only our students and staff but the community as a whole. The even was so succesful this year that we will be making it an annual event. The holes were created by different teachers and clubs at our school and were set up by students. On the event night the everything was student led. The feedback was all positive. It is events like this that make school not only fun and memorable but also part of the community. This was made possible due to hard work and donations from you. We thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1771558381022,"projectUrl":"project/glow-in-the-dark-golf-event/10104879/","projectTitle":"Glow in the Dark Golf Event","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moreau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-moreau"},{"teacherId":9607598,"projectId":10103615,"letterContent":"Through your generous donation, I am able to provide standing classrooms for my students. Movement is such an integral part to learning research has found. By having standing classrooms, I can incorporate movement into my learning opportunities. My students are more engaged as a result.\r\n\r\nThank you also for providing snacks for my students who come from high poverty homes. Many of my students rely on our school provided food for their meals, and through your donations, I am able to supplement their food with snacks they can eat at recess. Snacking is a social part of school, and my students \"fit in\" with their peers when they hsve snacks to eat.\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you have donated to improve the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1771447022075,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-jos-creative-classroom/10103615/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Jo's Creative Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9607598"},{"teacherId":8824902,"projectId":10128369,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our classroom in a very important way. The new file cabinet is now being used to securely store IEP-related documents and other confidential student records, helping us maintain an organized, safe, and compliant learning environment.\r\n\r\nBefore having this dedicated space, managing sensitive paperwork was more challenging and time-consuming. Now, all documents are clearly organized and easily accessible when needed for planning, meetings, and providing targeted support. This has allowed me to spend less time managing paperwork and more time focusing directly on student needs.\r\n\r\nWhile students may not access the cabinet themselves, they benefit from it every day. Having well-organized IEP materials means I can quickly reference accommodations, track progress, and ensure each student is receiving the support they need. This has already made a difference during lesson planning and small-group instruction, where I can be more intentional and responsive.\r\n\r\nWhen the cabinet arrived, I felt an immediate sense of relief knowing that I now have a secure and reliable system in place. It has brought a new level of professionalism and care to how we manage important information in our classroom.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, this organization system will continue to support IEP meetings, progress monitoring, and collaboration with specialists and families. It allows me to stay proactive and focused on helping each student grow and succeed.\r\nThank you for supporting not just our classroom, but the systems that ensure every student receives the individualized attention and care they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1776173939247,"projectUrl":"project/securing-success-lockable-storage-for-s/10128369/","projectTitle":"Securing Success: Lockable Storage for Student Confidentiality","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Todd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8824902_orig.jpg?crop=946,946,x624,y644&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773871413106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumu-todd"},{"teacherId":2683011,"projectId":10110401,"letterContent":"Here is an update you can share with your donors that brings the impact of their gift to life:\r\n\r\nWhen my students first walked into the gym and saw the walls filled with 1'X1' mirrors securely mounted to the wall, their jaws completely dropped. One student literally gasped and said, \"Wait, are we in a real fitness studio now?\" They were so incredibly excited and immediately started testing out by lifting weight in front of the glass. \r\n\r\nWe are currently in the middle of our \"Rhythm and Movement\" unit, and these resources have completely revolutionized how I teach it. Last week, I was teaching a complex step-aerobics routine. In the past, students in the back row would get lost or frustrated because they couldn't hear me over the music or see my footwork.\r\n\r\nThis time, using the Bietrun wireless microphone, I was able to walk around the room, gently correcting form while giving verbal cues that everyone could hear perfectly. We used the blue painter's tape to mark out grid spaces on the floor so everyone had a safe, designated movement zone. The most magical moment was watching a student who normally hides in the back of the class step right up to one of the new mirrors. \r\n\r\n\r\nAs a culminating project for this unit, I have the students video tape their lifts for the bench press, Lat pull down, cable rope pull downs, biceps curls, shoulder press, lunges, and crunches. The next step is for them to use the \"mirror wall\" to practice their synchronization and spacing. They are also using the blue painter's tape to map out their group formations on the floor. In two weeks, they will perform these lifts for the rest of the class. Finally they will use their laptops to video tape their lifts.\r\n\r\n Thanks to the steady supply of batteries you provided, our mic and speaker system will be fully charged and ready for me to enthusiastically MC their final performances!\r\n\r\nThank you again for bringing this level of joy, safety, and professionalism into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771769796477,"projectUrl":"project/the-safe-sound-weight-room-project/10110401/","projectTitle":"The Safe & Sound Weight Room Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gancinia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2683011_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1674089783447","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2683011"},{"teacherId":8824902,"projectId":10135853,"letterContent":"Having a colored printer allows me to create engaging visual aids that enhance my students' learning experience. By incorporating color into materials such as charts, diagrams, and handouts, I can highlight key concepts, organize information more clearly, and make lessons more visually appealing. This not only helps capture students' attention but also supports different learning styles, especially for those who benefit from visual cues. As a result, my classroom becomes more interactive and effective, enabling students to better understand and retain the material being taught.\r\nMy students are excited to be able to print their projects in color, which makes their work feel more vibrant and meaningful. It motivates them to put in extra effort because they know their final product will look polished and engaging. Color printing also allows them to better express their ideas and highlight important information. This is especially helpful for visual learners who benefit from colorful images and organized layouts. Overall, having access to color printing increases their creativity, confidence, and enthusiasm for learning. \r\n\r\nMy artistic and creative students are especially warmed to having a colored printer and having the chance to print their projects in color.","fullyFundedDate":1773979651629,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-is-believing-visual-tools-for-di/10135853/","projectTitle":"Seeing is Believing: Visual Tools for Diverse Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Todd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8824902_orig.jpg?crop=946,946,x624,y644&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773871413106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumu-todd"},{"teacherId":9099653,"projectId":10106044,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your vital support of our project. Your generosity allowed my student leadership team and me to transform our traditional school dance into a full-scale carnival experience, complete with food trucks, diverse games, and the crowd-favorite splash tank.\r\n\r\nBecause of this funding, we are now leveling up our upcoming Pi(e) Day and Neon Night events. These incentives do more than provide \"stuff\"—they provide a tangible \"reason to be here\" during the difficult mid-year slump. By shifting the culture so that school feels like a community rather than a chore, we have seen a dramatic surge in classroom participation and a waiting list of students eager to join our leadership team.\r\n\r\nKnowing they are supported by you has motivated our students to maintain their hard work. Thank you for helping us build a campus where every student feels seen and celebrated.","fullyFundedDate":1771697148554,"projectUrl":"project/campus-pulse-vitalizing-the-school-day/10106044/","projectTitle":"Campus Pulse: Vitalizing the School Day Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Inouye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9099653_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728412833145","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9099653"},{"teacherId":2099432,"projectId":10105972,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our project. Your contribution has truly transformed our school environment. The students thoroughly enjoyed the new activities, with the splash tank and the wide variety of interactive games being the absolute highlights of the week!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we can now provide a consistent range of incentives and new challenges for our students to explore. More importantly, this support has sent a powerful message to our youth: they are seen and valued. Knowing they have a community standing behind them has noticeably boosted their morale, leaving them more motivated than ever to persevere in their hard work.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their joy and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1771633619995,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-a-school-field-fun-day/10105972/","projectTitle":"Game On: A School Field Fun Day","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Inouye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2099432"},{"teacherId":8824902,"projectId":10109091,"letterContent":"Our new fidget toys and snacks have quickly become an important part of our daily classroom routine. Students are using the fidget tools during independent work time and while participating in group discussions to help them stay focused and regulate their energy. One especially meaningful moment came during a recent collaborative project, where students were working in teams to analyze a text. I noticed that students who typically struggle to stay on task were more engaged and contributed more confidently while using the fidget tools. The snacks have also been a huge support, helping students stay energized and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their reactions were full of excitement and gratitude. Many of them immediately expressed how much they appreciated the thoughtfulness of the donor. It created a positive and uplifting atmosphere in the classroom, and students were eager to use the materials and eat their snacks. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this momentum as we move into our next project. Students will be working on a project that involves critical thinking, collaboration, and sustained focus over multiple days. With the support of these new resources, I anticipate even greater engagement and productivity. My goal is to help students develop strong habits for managing their focus and well-being, and these tools are making a meaningful difference in helping us get there.","fullyFundedDate":1771710783337,"projectUrl":"project/learning-listening-and-leading/10109091/","projectTitle":"Learning, Listening and Leading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Todd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8824902_orig.jpg?crop=946,946,x624,y644&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773871413106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumu-todd"},{"teacherId":2665442,"projectId":9990810,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, my students will now have the opportunity to learn the very basic skills involved in wall framing and introductory electrical wiring. Your contribution is more than just funding for materials—it is an investment in hands-on learning and in the future confidence and abilities of my students.\r\n\r\nMany students learn best by doing. With the supplies you helped provide, students will be able to work directly with tools and materials to understand how structures are built and how basic electrical systems function. Instead of only reading about these concepts or seeing them in diagrams, they will be able to measure, cut, assemble, and connect components themselves. These experiences help transform abstract ideas into real understanding.\r\n\r\nThrough the wall framing activities, students will learn foundational construction concepts such as measuring accurately, understanding how a frame is structured, and recognizing the importance of precision and teamwork. They will see how individual pieces come together to form a stable structure, and they will gain a better appreciation for the work that goes into building the spaces we use every day.\r\n\r\nThe electrical wiring portion of the project will introduce students to the basic principles of circuits and safe wiring practices. Under close supervision, they will explore how power flows through a system and how switches and outlets function. These introductory experiences will help students connect science concepts to real-world applications while also emphasizing safety and responsibility.\r\n\r\nFor many students, opportunities to explore hands-on technical skills like these are rare. Your donation helps open a door to learning that can spark curiosity and confidence. Some students may discover a new interest in building, engineering, or skilled trades, while others will simply gain practical knowledge that helps them better understand the world around them.\r\n\r\nBeyond the technical skills, this project will also encourage problem solving, collaboration, and perseverance. Students will work together, support one another, and learn from both successes and mistakes. These experiences help build resilience and teamwork—skills that are valuable in any future path they choose.\r\n\r\nYour generosity shows my students that people outside of our classroom believe in them and care about their education. That message alone is incredibly powerful. When students see that someone they have never met is willing to invest in their learning, it reinforces the idea that their education matters and that their potential is worth supporting.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our entire classroom community, thank you for helping make this project possible. Your support will create meaningful learning experiences that students will remember for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768546448850,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-education-building-and-co/9990810/","projectTitle":"Middle School Education: Building and Construction","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rosam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2665442"},{"teacherId":519876,"projectId":9870809,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation in order to purchase the aquarium tanks for my science classroom. The aquarium tanks have become the focal point of our classroom. Currently, my students are using them to establish \"mini-ecosystems\" to test the power of phycoremediation. We have designated one tank as our control and the other as our experimental \"cleaning\" tank. A specific moment that stands out was during our water-quality testing: using the nitrate and phosphate kits to test \"polluted\" water samples. They were acting like true professional scientists—meticulously recording data in their journals, realizing that the health of our ocean starts with understanding these chemical balances. Because of your support, my students will continue to have the opportunity to connect deeply with the natural treasures of Hawai'i through hands-on scientific discovery.","fullyFundedDate":1762886499674,"projectUrl":"project/project-limu/9870809/","projectTitle":"Project Limu","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miyazono","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp519876_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618791031744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/519876"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50785","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":857,"numTeachers":56,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":17,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":26,"percentMultiracialImputed":24,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":59.4,"schoolId":50785,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Waiakea Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Waiakea Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/hawaii-school-district/waiakea-intermediate-school/50785"}