{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Haha'ione Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9176144,"projectId":10385419,"letterContent":"My students are so grateful for the new resources we have received because of your generosity and support. Thanks to your kindness, our new thesauruses arrived, and they have already completely transformed the way my English Learners approach speaking and writing in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBefore we received these resources, many of my students felt stuck using basic, repetitive vocabulary. When drafting stories or participating in discussions, words like good, nice, big, and said were used constantly because they felt safe. Now, opening our new thesauruses provides new ways for my students to expand their vocabulary using \"WOW\" words when they speak and write. These thesauruses are doing so much more than expanding their vocabulary—they are building confidence. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students a gift that will benefit them far beyond this school year. Thank you for believing in their potential, encouraging their voices, and making a lasting difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1784506186264,"projectUrl":"project/words-that-wow-helping-english-learners/10385419/","projectTitle":"Words That Wow: Helping English Learners Unlock the Thesaurus!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buote","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9176144_orig.jpg?crop=392,392,x548,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708028108845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9176144"},{"teacherId":7940591,"projectId":6951108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our \"Magical Learning for Keiki\" project to life! The moment the boxes arrived in our classroom, my students were filled with excitement and curiosity. Unpacking these new materials felt like magic, and seeing their eyes light up was an unforgettable moment for all of us.\r\n\r\nThese new resources have transformed our daily lessons into vibrant, interactive experiences. My keiki are more motivated than ever to jump into hands-on learning, explore new concepts, and work together. The fresh supplies have sparked so much creativity, active participation, and joy during group activities. Having access to these tools gives our students a wonderful sense of pride in their classroom and helps them feel truly supported in their learning journey.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought so much inspiration and happiness to our room. Thank you for investing in our keiki and making our classroom a magical place to learn every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1667096837567,"projectUrl":"project/an-ear-resistable-approach-to-building-l/6951108/","projectTitle":"An Ear-resistable Approach to Building Learning Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7940591"},{"teacherId":7940591,"projectId":8877473,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our \"Magical Learning for Keiki\" project to life! The moment the packages arrived, my students were overflowing with excitement and wonder. Opening the new supplies felt like a celebration in itself, and seeing their faces light up set the stage for an incredible learning experience.\r\n\r\nThese resources have brought a new level of magic and engagement to our daily classroom activities. Whether we are exploring new concepts, creating hands-on projects, or learning through interactive play, these tools have made learning feel exciting, fresh, and deeply meaningful for our keiki. The interactive nature of the materials has inspired our students to participate more enthusiastically, express their creativity, and collaborate joyfully with their classmates.\r\n\r\nYour incredible generosity has done so much more than just provide supplies—it has nurtured a genuine love for learning in our classroom. Thank you for believing in our keiki and making our classroom a magical place to grow!","fullyFundedDate":1729007170107,"projectUrl":"project/magical-learning-for-keiki/8877473/","projectTitle":"Magical Learning For Keiki","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7940591"},{"teacherId":7940591,"projectId":5688654,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our \"Learning Looks Lively\" project to life! When the boxes arrived in our classroom, my students were filled with energy and enthusiasm. Opening the new materials transformed our space immediately, bringing vibrant color, excitement, and a fresh sense of wonder to our daily routine.\r\n\r\nThese new visual and interactive resources have truly made our classroom dynamic. Learning feels active and engaging, helping complex concepts come alive for every student. My visual and tactile learners especially love the hands-on aspect, and having these tools has boosted student participation, sparked creative thinking, and made our group lessons interactive and fun. You can feel the new energy in the room every single day!\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created a classroom environment where learning feels joyful and alive. Thank you for believing in our students and making a lasting difference in their education!","fullyFundedDate":1629306456342,"projectUrl":"project/learning-looks-lively/5688654/","projectTitle":"Learning Looks Lively","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7940591"},{"teacherId":7933791,"projectId":9171394,"letterContent":"My students absolutely love the trampoline and tunnel the most. When we introduced both items to the sensory room, all the children literally jumped for joy. They all couldn't wait to get their wiggles out on the trampoline. For several years, the trampolines in the sensory room have been sagging or falling apart. The new trampoline allows students to fully release their energy in a fun way. We're even able to incorporate math with the tools. Students are directed to count to a certain number of jumps on the trampoline.\r\n\r\nAgain, I want to thank you so much for the materials needed to help my students meet their sensory needs.","fullyFundedDate":1742144593340,"projectUrl":"project/jump-jump/9171394/","projectTitle":"Jump, Jump!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Okinishi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7933791"},{"teacherId":7948308,"projectId":10108294,"letterContent":"My students age first grade to 5th grade have been using the hydroponic system from last year into this school year. This has been a fun activity that brought the kids together as well allow students to make connections with other teachers. My kiddos have been excited to share the growth of the plants as well as mix in math and language arts. Connecting academics have been easy to do. We have been able to compare growth, make predictions, and utilize the actual vegetables for cooking. One challenge that we encountered was that the fish for our aquaponics died but that was a good connecting opportunities to talk about loss and coping.","fullyFundedDate":1771695369999,"projectUrl":"project/adapt-and-grow/10108294/","projectTitle":"Adapt and Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chelsea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7948308"},{"teacherId":8191273,"projectId":10103888,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity and for believing in our classroom. The spelling dictionaries, colorful pens, correction tape, and erasers are helping students become more confident writers as they practice editing and take pride in their work. Our math lessons have become more interactive with the magnetic fraction circles, number lines, dry erase pockets, and markers, giving students hands-on opportunities to explore new concepts and build a deeper understanding.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your kindness has helped strengthen our classroom community. The tie-dye kit gave us a fun and creative way to connect with one another, while folders, nameplates, badge holders, and timers are supporting routines that help students stay organized, focused, and independent. \r\n\r\nThank you and I am truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771641499872,"projectUrl":"project/organized-equipped-and-ready-to-learn/10103888/","projectTitle":"Organized, Equipped, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Obayashi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8191273"},{"teacherId":4425459,"projectId":10109597,"letterContent":"When the packages arrived, our classroom erupted into pure excitement! The students could hardly contain their curiosity as we unboxed everything. Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom supplies are now beautifully organized, allowing the students to independently access the materials they need whenever inspiration strikes. Seeing their faces light up when they realized these resources were chosen just for them was an unforgettable moment that instantly shifted the energy in our room to one of focused, joyful learning.\r\n\r\nWe have already been putting these fantastic resources to excellent use. The new art supplies have given the students total creative freedom, allowing them to express their ideas vividly and confidently. A recent highlight was watching them use the specialized cardboard scissors during a design activity. They were absolutely thrilled to safely and independently cut through heavy materials to bring their 3D projects to life without having to wait in line for teacher assistance. This independence is building an amazing sense of ownership and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these materials are paving the way for both creative exploration and academic milestone preparation. Right now, we are utilizing the new desk shields to establish focused, quiet workspaces as the students prepare for the upcoming SBA state testing. Our next steps involve bridging this test prep with a hands-on project where students will use their art tools to design and present visual models of our current curriculum unit. Thank you for looking into our classroom, believing in our vision, and directly investing in my students' growth!","fullyFundedDate":1771730281274,"projectUrl":"project/support-basics/10109597/","projectTitle":"Support Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cortez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4425459_orig.jpg?crop=1852,1852,x185,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641110889130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4425459"},{"teacherId":7933792,"projectId":9774359,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of math manipulatives and essential classroom supplies to our class! Your support means the world to both me and my students.\r\n\r\nAs an educator, I am always striving to create a learning environment where every student can thrive. Hands-on learning is absolutely vital, especially when it comes to mastering math. With these new manipulatives, my students will be able to visualize abstract concepts, build concrete understanding, and—most importantly—have fun while learning!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom is a more equipped and exciting place to learn. We are deeply grateful for your investment in our education and our future.","fullyFundedDate":1759448215728,"projectUrl":"project/math-movement-and-masterpieces/9774359/","projectTitle":"Math, Movement, and Masterpieces","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kalei","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7933792"},{"teacherId":8915160,"projectId":10111127,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to everyone who contributed to our class project! We have made wonderful use of all the items provided to our classroom this year.\r\n\r\nThe binder holders have been fantastic for keeping our PYP binders organized, giving each student their own dedicated space. On the carpet, the number dots have allowed the students to find their designated spots quickly and efficiently, saving us valuable instructional time. Additionally, the bags and bins helped us keep our Language Arts and Math materials neatly in one place; this made it easy for students to access what they needed while learning essential organizational skills. Finally, we have absolutely loved using the paint for an array of creative activities, such as painting chameleons to explore camouflage, and creating beautiful Mother's Day bags to gift to the amazing moms who support our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe students were incredibly excited when all the materials arrived, especially the paint! They truly love expressing their creative sides.\r\n\r\nAs the school year comes to a close, I am so grateful that my current students benefited so deeply from your generosity—from staying organized to expressing themselves artistically. Best of all, future students will continue to benefit from these materials, allowing me to instill strong organizational habits and dive into art projects right from the very start of the next school year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your incredible support of our students and our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1772649916628,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-first-graders-stay-organized-an/10111127/","projectTitle":"Help Our First Graders Stay Organized and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Khamvongsa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8915160"},{"teacherId":2863413,"projectId":10103362,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for both our preschool and special education students. The new supplies and sensory materials have already become an important part of our daily learning routines. Students are using the sensory tools to explore textures, strengthen fine motor skills, practice self-regulation, and engage more fully in classroom activities. The preschool materials have helped create hands-on learning experiences that encourage creativity, communication, and early academic development.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore the sensory items, and many students gravitated toward the different textures, manipulatives, and learning tools right away. It was wonderful to see students who sometimes struggle to engage become curious, focused, and enthusiastic about participating. The materials have helped create a welcoming environment where all learners can feel successful and included.\r\nAs we continue our school year, students will use these resources during centers, small-group instruction, sensory breaks, and skill-building activities. We are focusing on developing communication, social-emotional skills, fine motor development, and early literacy and math concepts. These materials will continue to support meaningful learning opportunities and help our students build confidence as they grow. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping provide experiences that will benefit our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1771454788958,"projectUrl":"project/preschool-supplies-sensory-items/10103362/","projectTitle":"Preschool Supplies & Sensory Items","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arciero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2863413_orig.png?crop=351,351,x0,y1&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677718212927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2863413"},{"teacherId":9968009,"projectId":10103594,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donations this year. Your support has truly transformed our classroom, allowing our students to become the little explorers they were meant to be. With these resources, our children have been able to dive into hands-on learning, creativity, and imagination with absolutely no restrictions.\r\nCulinary Skills & Teamwork\r\nThe Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls & Utensils Set became the backbone of our cooking classes! The students used the nesting bowls, measuring cups, and spoons to prepare ingredients for our Growing Vegetable Soup book activity, learning real-world math and measurement skills.\r\n\r\nDuring our \"Kick-Off to Summer\" class, students proudly made fresh salsa and guacamole. We even figured out a clever classroom hack: utilizing the silicone mats under our cutting boards to keep them securely in place, ensuring a safe, slip-free environment for our budding chefs.\r\n\r\nPlayful Math & Fine Motor Growth\r\nThe BBtinker Wooden Number Tracing Board has been a phenomenal tool for developing fine motor skills and number recognition. While it is perfect for independent play, it also became a wonderful social activity. We loved watching the children partner up with friends to count and trace together. They were having so much fun, they didn't even realize how much math they were learning!\r\n\r\nScientific Inquiry & Imagination\r\nThe Yellow Door Sensory Worry Stones sparked incredible curiosity the moment the students saw them. We set up a dedicated discovery station featuring the stones on a tray, paired with a book about rocks, magnifying glasses, clipboards, paper, and pencils.\r\n\r\nThe children completely immersed themselves in the role of scientists—grabbing their tools, asking deep questions, tracing the stones, and discussing their theories with peers. It was a beautiful way to foster both imagination and social-emotional communication.\r\n\r\nCreativity just explodes when children are given free rein with high-quality art supplies. Watching our students mix colors and paint their own masterpieces with zero restrictions has been a joy. Inspired by the book The Perfect Square, the kids have been using the Watercolor Paint and Card stock to cut, tear, and rip paper, turning simple shapes into unique works of art.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for these items. This year has definitely let these little explorers use their own creativity and imagination with no restrictions to what they can do, other than be the little explorers they were meant to be.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought joy, discovery, and deep learning into our classroom every single day. 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