{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kahala Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9886695,"projectId":9777942,"letterContent":"The success of our recent DonorsChoose project has profoundly enhanced how our students engage with the world and develop crucial physical skills. This project delivered essential materials focused entirely on outdoor exploration and gross motor development, directly transforming our playtime into powerful learning opportunities. Items like durable magnifying glasses, field guides, and collection tools now allow our students to act as genuine young scientists, investigating the environment with curiosity and purpose. This focus on nature not only supports science literacy but also fosters a deep sense of stewardship for the outdoors.\r\nFurthermore, the new equipment designed to develop gross motor skills has been indispensable. From hoops and balance beams to new balls and obstacle course elements, these tools help our students strengthen coordination, build endurance, and learn vital lessons in teamwork and spatial awareness. Your generous donation has created an active, stimulating environment that addresses the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. Thank you for investing in the physical health and developmental foundations that will ensure a successful and active future for all of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1759459212482,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-hands-big-ideas/9777942/","projectTitle":"Tiny Hands, Big Ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yamauchi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9886695"},{"teacherId":9886695,"projectId":9706588,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous support of our donors for the \"Building Bright Beginnings\" project. The materials have completely transformed our classroom, providing my students with a significantly better educational experience. We've seen an immediate boost in engagement thanks to the new resources, which included exciting elements like dramatic play costumes to spur creativity, building materials for collaborative problem-solving, and a wider variety of books to foster strong literacy skills.\r\nYour donation has directly funded a more vibrant, engaging, and welcoming learning environment. Students are now more comfortable and focused during quiet time, thanks to the naptime projector and new library pillows, while the learning resources are used daily to clarify concepts and encourage hands-on exploration. Thank you for providing the essential tools that are truly building brighter beginnings for our young learners and bettering their education every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1758151032070,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-beginnings/9706588/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Beginnings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yamauchi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9886695"},{"teacherId":3576207,"projectId":9784585,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your support and dedication to the students from Kahala Elementary. We have already put the field hockey equipment to good use and the kids really enjoying trying something new. For almost all of our students, this was the first time playing field hockey and they did really well\r\n\r\nPersonally, I have been teaching in Hawaii for over 20 years and this was a first for me also. Teaching field hockey lessons was a first for me and in the few short days we have had our equipment I can clearly see the importance of new and different experiences and the impact these experiences have on all students. For now, we have only just begun with drills, and relays. Soon, we'll have friendly competitions. \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank all of you for your genorosity and willingness to support public education in the state of Hawaii.","fullyFundedDate":1759621162574,"projectUrl":"project/hawaiian-field-hockey/9784585/","projectTitle":"Hawaiian Field Hockey","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Manring","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3576207"},{"teacherId":9381461,"projectId":9271366,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our deepest thanks for your crucial support of our elementary school Junior Police Officer (JPO) program. The items you funded have dramatically improved our day-to-day operations and the safety of our student officers. The new storage trunks are essential for keeping our equipment organized and secure, while the sturdy wagons allow our young officers to easily transport materials, like cones and signs, to their posts around the school. Most importantly, the bright safety vests ensure our JPOs are highly visible to both students and staff, keeping them safe as they carry out their duties, and the dedicated tables give them a proper station for checking in and debriefing.\r\n\r\nYour commitment has truly empowered our students and streamlined our program. Having a designated place for everything and the right tools for the job has boosted the professionalism and efficiency of our JPOs. Furthermore, the provision of snacks has been a fantastic way to recognize their early morning service and hard work, showing them we appreciate their commitment to school safety. Thank you for investing not just in supplies, but in the leadership development and dedication of our young officers.","fullyFundedDate":1746786404283,"projectUrl":"project/eagles-jpo-20/9271366/","projectTitle":"Eagles JPO 2.0","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Costales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9381461_orig.jpg?crop=1309,1309,x0,y423&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729792986224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumugeneva"},{"teacherId":9381461,"projectId":9166187,"letterContent":"We want to extend our sincerest gratitude for your generous support in transforming our school counseling office into a truly welcoming space for our elementary students. The bookshelf, now a central part of the room, proudly displays a collection of new books covering essential social-emotional topics like coping skills and friendship, providing accessible resources for children to explore. This cozy SEL corner is made even better by the super comfortable bean bag chair, which gives students a soft, safe spot to relax and open up during individual or small-group sessions.\r\n\r\nEvery item you provided has contributed to a more inviting and therapeutic environment. The stuffed animals and emojis have been particularly effective, serving as comforting transitional objects or \"co-counselors\" that help anxious students feel at ease and grounded. Your donation didn't just provide furniture and supplies; it created a sense of warmth and security, making it much easier for our students to engage in the necessary work of school counseling. Thank you for helping us build a cozy, supportive haven for our children!","fullyFundedDate":1742142551385,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-and-cozy-in-the-sel-resource-corne/9166187/","projectTitle":"Comfy and Cozy in the SEL Resource Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Costales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9381461_orig.jpg?crop=1309,1309,x0,y423&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729792986224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumugeneva"},{"teacherId":9381461,"projectId":8880553,"letterContent":"Your support has made a real, tangible difference in our school counseling program, and we are incredibly grateful. The resources you funded have been put to excellent use, directly benefiting our students. For example, the new speaker has transformed group sessions, allowing us to easily incorporate mindfulness exercises and therapeutic music to create a calming and focused environment. Additionally, the new game and Lego set are much more than just toys; they are invaluable tools. The game facilitates engaging discussions around social-emotional skills, problem-solving, and communication in a fun, non-threatening way, while the Lego set provides a creative outlet for students to express feelings, build self-esteem, and work through challenges in play therapy.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students' well-being and academic success. Your commitment to providing essential tools ensures that we can continue to offer high-quality support that addresses the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of every student. Knowing that we have partners like you makes our work possible and our program stronger.","fullyFundedDate":1729967158189,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-counseling-and-sel/8880553/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Counseling and SEL","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Costales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9381461_orig.jpg?crop=1309,1309,x0,y423&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729792986224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumugeneva"},{"teacherId":8974609,"projectId":9165517,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom! Your support has made a huge difference for our students and their learning.\r\n\r\nThe headphones are a game-changer, allowing students to focus on individual learning activities, such as listening to audiobooks for our reading goals, without distractions. The rolling chair lets me zip around the room to give one-on-one help to every student. Also, the new projector brings our lessons to life. The students loved watching movies with it, and they are so excited to use it to create door murals for holiday parties and events. Lastly, all of the prizes we received, such as the mini Squishmallows, stress balls, and scratch art notebooks have excited my students and incentivized them to meet their learning goals quickly.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1742137713538,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-bright-minds-and-big-hearts/9165517/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Bright Minds and Big Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chun","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974609"},{"teacherId":8823921,"projectId":9152596,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Your donations have made a significant impact on our students' learning environment. The new headphones have been an amazing tool for students to focus during independent work, creating a quieter and more productive atmosphere. We have also started using the tracker charts and prize box items, which have been a huge motivator for positive behavior. Seeing the students excited to earn a star on the chart and choose a prize is a joy.\r\n\r\nThe students have also been absolutely thrilled with the new games and activity items. The Twister and pickleball sets have provided a much-needed outlet for fun and physical activity, especially during indoor recess and reward time. It's been wonderful to watch them collaborate and laugh together while enjoying these activities. Your kindness has not only provided our classroom with essential tools but also moments of joy and teamwork that the students will remember for a long time. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for believing in our project.","fullyFundedDate":1742087233462,"projectUrl":"project/the-tools-they-need-a-variety-of-resour/9152596/","projectTitle":"The Tools They Need: A Variety of Resources for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8823921_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x430,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667256931643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823921"},{"teacherId":7932072,"projectId":8217529,"letterContent":"It's hard to express how much your contributions have meant to our classroom and, more importantly, to our students. The supplies so generously provided have transformed our learning environment. These supplies are fostering a real hands-on learning experience that just wasn't as accessible before.\r\n\r\nThe students' reactions when they saw the new materials arriving was so great to see! There were so many excited \"oohs\" and \"aahs,\" and a buzz of curiosity. It wasn't just about having more things; it was about having the right things that spark their imagination and make learning feel more tangible and exciting.","fullyFundedDate":1708186694142,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-for-classroom-superhe/8217529/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies for Classroom Superheros!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yamashiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932072"},{"teacherId":8822657,"projectId":9152102,"letterContent":"I again thank you for funding my classroom! With the resources I was able to create a classroom where my students could thrive! I would help them with testing, physical activities, and help them with being productive. \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they saw the materials! The balls that I ordered were put right to use! The students were so happy when they saw me pumping up the balls! Recess was super fun that day and every day from that day on! \r\n\r\nThe headphones were especially helpful during state testing! Some students who did not have headphones for testing (headphones are mandatory for testing) were able to use the ones that were purchased. They were so happy that they could have something to use during testing. They did not have to worry about not having or their parents not being able to purchase them a pair.","fullyFundedDate":1741665188355,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-thriving-classroom/9152102/","projectTitle":"Building a Thriving Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yamauchi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8822657"},{"teacherId":8821752,"projectId":9153574,"letterContent":"The students were not only excited but also very grateful for all the materials donated for our lei-making class, an after school program. They appreciated the variety of colorful ribbons, eyelash yarns, crochet yarns, needles, and, of course, the snacks they enjoyed while working on their lei projects.\r\n\r\nThe students were thrilled to have different color options for creating their eyelash yarn leis, finger crochet leis and so much more. They couldn't wait to get their hands on the materials and start crafting.\r\n\r\nI would like to express my gratitude for your role in making the lei-making class a success this past semester. We are all thankful for the opportunity to learn and collaborate with each other and to appreciate generous individuals like you who helped make it happen..","fullyFundedDate":1741702098202,"projectUrl":"project/leis-leis-leis-of-aloha/9153574/","projectTitle":"Leis, Leis, Leis of ALOHA","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Okamura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8821752_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759195356048","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821752"},{"teacherId":8821980,"projectId":9154026,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our classroom! Recently, we used the new supplies for a project where students created visual representations of historical Hawaiian monarchy figures we were studying. My next step is to use these resources to complete another project. Having these tools in the classroom is appreciated by the studnets as they are developing their creativity in their learning. The tools and supplies donated allow students to showcase what they learn in multiple ways. Your contribution has provided us with valuable tools for learning and exploration within our classroom. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1742162820054,"projectUrl":"project/every-tool-counts/9154026/","projectTitle":"Every Tool Counts!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nobriga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8821980_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667193238260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821980"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50834","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":273,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":23,"percentAsian":44,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":13,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.2,"schoolId":50834,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kahala Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kahala Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/honolulu-school-district/kahala-elementary-school/50834"}