{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mauka Lani Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3576926,"projectId":9672503,"letterContent":"The arrival of the toys and treats caused the children to buzz with excitement at the thought of being able to earn these incentives. Prior to the donation, rewards for good behavior and academic achievement were often limited to stickers or verbal praise, which, while appreciated, lacked the tangible allure of these new treasures. The first graders were so eager to begin earning classroom money to purchase these rewards. They became more focused, engaged, and industrious.\r\n\r\nThey began to perform better on individual assignments due to this generous donation but they also began to encourage each other to be able to earn the incentives. They recognized that they would be able to achieve more if the whole group was on task and working. These donations transformed the classroom into a positive learning environment for all. They really desired that their classmates be able to earn more incentives also. This supported our SEL program by their practice of our principals.","fullyFundedDate":1759193288739,"projectUrl":"project/nourishment-for-the-brain-through-encour/9672503/","projectTitle":"Nourishment for the Brain Through Encouragement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3576926"},{"teacherId":1846063,"projectId":9772045,"letterContent":"Our classroom has truly come alive thanks to the generous support of our donors. The new materials have become an essential part of our weekly routines and learning experiences. Students love using the art supplies during our weekly art lessons—our first big project was creating 3D fall trees using paper bags, and the pride on their faces when they took their creations home that same day was priceless. The resources have also made a big difference during RTI time, where students use them in small groups to make math more interactive and engaging. Even our indoor recesses have been transformed with the marble sets, keeping students active and joyful while staying indoors.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived, the excitement was unmatched. We had just returned from fall break, and students were wide-eyed with curiosity, unsure of what surprises were inside. As we unpacked each box, the classroom buzzed with amazement—students couldn't believe all the new tools they would get to use. It was a beautiful reminder of how much joy and wonder new learning materials can bring to children.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, my students are eager to continue exploring creative projects and hands-on learning experiences. We plan to incorporate the materials into upcoming seasonal crafts, mindfulness exercises with our breathing monitor, and small-group math challenges that build both confidence and collaboration. These resources have not only enhanced our lessons but also helped create a more balanced and joyful learning environment. My students are truly thriving—and it's all thanks to the kindness and generosity of our donors.","fullyFundedDate":1759331705704,"projectUrl":"project/small-groups-big-growth-rti-classroom/9772045/","projectTitle":"Small Groups, Big Growth: RTI Classroom Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cacho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1846063_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532145921739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccacho"},{"teacherId":7827567,"projectId":9152652,"letterContent":"Our scholars were thrilled to have new items to buy from the class store. They were especially excited for more fidget spinners and mini rubik's cubes. The snacks were also a great addition to the class store as they needed it to refuel themselves for the rest of the day. \r\n\r\nThey had also requested for another chess set and more puzzles and were thrilled to get another more so more people could play. \r\n\r\nThe scholars loved being able to use additional items in the classroom other than being on their computers all day.","fullyFundedDate":1741660761337,"projectUrl":"project/replenish-and-rejuvenate/9152652/","projectTitle":"Replenish and Rejuvenate","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. FitzGerald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7827567"},{"teacherId":8354334,"projectId":9154928,"letterContent":"My students are absolutely delighted with the garden playhouse! Since we built it, there has been a lively buzz of activity, with someone always cooking up a meal, inviting friends over, or simply relaxing inside. The playhouse is beautifully complemented by a charming picnic table and a playful water area. This vibrant setting fosters constant interaction, promotes the development of social skills, and sparks engaging conversations among the children.\r\n\r\nLiving in a state blessed with year-round pleasant weather, we see the playhouse in use every single day. We are excited about the possibility of adding even more outdoor equipment that inspires creativity and imagination in the future.\r\n\r\nI genuinely appreciate your generosity and the kindness you show to my students. Thank you for making such a positive impact on their lives!","fullyFundedDate":1741982378242,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-garden-playhouse/9154928/","projectTitle":"Sensory Garden Playhouse","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hakala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8354334_orig.jpg?crop=436,436,x31,y237&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659714390724","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lhakala"},{"teacherId":9342155,"projectId":9154807,"letterContent":"I can not thank you enough for donating to my classroom laminator project. As a second year teacher I started the year off with the very little supplies and your donation made all the difference for my students. The laminator was so helpful for my students because laminating papers makes it easier for things to be reused over and over again.\r\n\r\nSome of the things that were laminated were:\r\n Finger spacers- the students really struggled with using finger spaces in their writing before I laminated them their very own finger spacer.\r\n How to write a sentence- I gave the students a card that helped them remember what a sentence needs to have like starts with capital letter. Having this cheat sheet really helped them improve their writing.\r\n Sound/letter sheet- This helped students match the letter sound to the letter when they were writing. For example, a sentence starts with an uppercase letter.\r\n Centers- I was able to laminate centers that students could use independently like matching upper and lower case letters together.","fullyFundedDate":1741731257354,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-laminator-to-encourage-creativ/9154807/","projectTitle":"Classroom Laminator to Encourage Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9342155_orig.jpg?crop=1351,1351,x97,y174&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699400812896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9342155"},{"teacherId":8361947,"projectId":9158857,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for turning our classroom into the most magical place to chill out with a good book, work on our laptops and collaborate with our friends! Where once we had only desks and a boring school carpet to work on, we now have a beautiful, soft and happy rainbow rug that we love to do work on (and also play!). The \"leaf-seats\" (as we have decided to call them) have helped us stay focused while we read independently --its like being in our own little cocoon! We have increased our independent reading time by about 15 minutes!! We also read more books this year than any other first grade class, because we had such an amazing area to enjoy our books! We also love to sit in the leaf-seats while we do work on our laptops--it's not always the most fun part of our day, so having cool seats to sit in make it a lot more appealing! We used the bean bag seats to celebrate the students of the day--two chosen scholars get to sit in the beanbag anytime they want for the entire day. What a treat! Since new scholars get chosen everyday, we had enough days left in the school year for all scholars to enjoy the beanbag seats at least 3 times each! It was the best part of being student of the day! \r\nThank you again for giving us a place to learn and laugh together--we may not remember everything we learned in first grade, but we will remember the fun times we had together and that is all because of your generosity. We are immensely grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1741965455874,"projectUrl":"project/imagination-places/9158857/","projectTitle":"Imagination Places!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fujiwara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8361947"},{"teacherId":3576926,"projectId":9153163,"letterContent":"The arrival of Legos, puppets, and radio-controlled cars sparked an immediate buzz of excitement throughout the third-grade classroom. Prior to the donation, rewards for good behavior and academic achievement were often limited to stickers or verbal praise, which, while appreciated, lacked the tangible allure of these new treasures. The prospect of earning a radio-controlled car, Lego creation, or a vibrant puppet became a powerful motivator. There was a significant shift in student engagement such as more focused attention, and a newfound eagerness to complete assignments.\r\n\r\nThis generous donation not only boosted individual student performance but also fostered a more positive and cooperative classroom environment. Children began to encourage one another, recognizing that collective good behavior could lead to opportunities to earn the new toys. Instances of disruptive behavior decreased noticeably, replaced by a sense of purpose and a desire to meet classroom expectations. The toys, particularly the Legos and puppets, also provided valuable creative outlets. Ultimately, the donation transformed the classroom into a more dynamic and engaging learning space, proving that well-chosen incentives can have a profound and lasting impact on young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1741713664579,"projectUrl":"project/essential-incentives-increase-attention/9153163/","projectTitle":"Essential Incentives Increase Attention and Performance!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3576926"},{"teacherId":6443606,"projectId":9154855,"letterContent":"I truly appreciate your support in providing the materials for our classroom. The third graders are learning more about our world, particularly the other U.S. states. The students were thrilled to discover the blue wooden mail drop and were eager to use it for their watercolor postcards of various Hawaii landmarks. It was wonderful to see their excitement as they engaged in their mini US research project, writing letters to our buddy states. The picture books you supplied also played a crucial role in helping the third graders understand the format and purpose of letter writing.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue to write letters and postcards, dropping them into our mail drop. Our dedicated mail carrier will ensure that the Happy Mail reaches the correct students, fostering a sense of community and connection among classmates. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your invaluable contributions to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1741729760492,"projectUrl":"project/sincerely-yours-letter-writing-about-ou/9154855/","projectTitle":"Sincerely Yours (Letter Writing about our World)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rowena Lynch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6443606_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x736,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627970778509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rowenalynch"},{"teacherId":6443606,"projectId":8880994,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a significant impact on the lives of these young learners. The third-grade students are incredibly grateful for your support. The new physical education equipment has made a significant impact on student engagement. Third-grade students exhibited increased enthusiasm during physical education classes. The equipment has elevated the quality of instruction and activity. Students are now more motivated to participate and develop their physical skills. This investment in physical education has demonstrably improved the learning experience for young learners.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you again for all your support!","fullyFundedDate":1729204920971,"projectUrl":"project/promoting-fun-physical-fitness-a-healt/8880994/","projectTitle":"Promoting Fun Physical Fitness & a Healthy Lifestyle","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rowena Lynch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6443606_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x736,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627970778509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rowenalynch"},{"teacherId":9470207,"projectId":8660315,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students & I, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of classroom supplies. Your support helps ensure that our learning environment is equipped with the tools needed for success. Thanks to your kindness, our students will have the resources they need to thrive and reach their full potential.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your contribution and the positive impact it will have on our school community. Your generosity makes a difference, and we are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1723756942410,"projectUrl":"project/grade-4-classroom-supplies/8660315/","projectTitle":"Grade 4 Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470207"},{"teacherId":1846063,"projectId":9149633,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your contributions have made a meaningful impact on our classroom and school activities. The agility cones have been especially helpful during our May Day practices, allowing students to navigate their formations with ease and precision. Their excitement was evident when they first saw the cones, as they immediately recognized how much easier it would be to follow their dance positions. In math, Shut the Box has quickly become a class favorite! It challenges students to think critically about different ways to make sums within 10, reinforcing their addition skills in a fun and engaging way. Seeing their faces light up when they successfully shut all the numbers is a joy to witness.\r\n\r\nBeyond the classroom, your support has enriched our recess and outdoor activities. The whiffle balls and scoops have been put to great use, encouraging teamwork and hand-eye coordination. Our class garden is thriving thanks to the watering can, which has given students a hands-on experience in plant care. The storage trashcan keeps our recess equipment organized, and the privacy boards have created a focused environment for our assessments. As we continue learning, these materials will remain an essential part of our daily routines. Thank you again for making a difference in our students' learning experiences!","fullyFundedDate":1741637580137,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-building-skills-and-fun-for-act/9149633/","projectTitle":"Game On! Building Skills and Fun for Active Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cacho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1846063_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532145921739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccacho"},{"teacherId":7930379,"projectId":8880677,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the materials that I had requested for our Choose Love Project. . The students are making good use of them. \r\nThe students enjoyed using the play doh to make their animal that went along with their animal report. They were so proud to share their animal projects with their classmates.\r\nThe books are frequently read by students during silent reading time. They ask to go to the classroom library so they can read one of the books that was donated. Students either read it independently or read it with a partner. \r\nThe stuff animals and the finger puppets are used for incentives. Our school participates in the Social Emotional Learning program called \"Choose Love\" which benefits the whole child. The 4 pillars that we follow are :Gratitute, Courage, Compassion in Action, and Forgiveness. Each student has an incentive chart on their desk. Whenever they are exhibiting one of the pillars in \"Choosing Love\" they get a sticker placed on the incentive chart. Once the chart is filled they get to choose one of the finger puppets or stuff animals as a prize. Students are allowed to place them at their desk. \r\nWe greatly appreciate your generosity and you too, chose love when you donated the requested materials.","fullyFundedDate":1729210605614,"projectUrl":"project/choose-love-incentives/8880677/","projectTitle":"Choose Love Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Iwane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7930379"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_43181","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":549,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":41,"percentAsian":12,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":28,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":61.1,"schoolId":43181,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mauka Lani Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mauka Lani Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/mauka-lani-elementary-school/43181"}