{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hokulani Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":13.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2030052,"projectId":10105762,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my third graders at Hōkūlani Elementary School are truly experiencing what it means to be authors. The classroom printer has changed how we write. Students are now typing, revising, and printing their work, which helps them slow down, improve their writing, and take pride in it. They're also building important tech skills along the way.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part has been seeing their writing come to life. Students love turning their stories into real books using the bare book journals by adding illustrations, creating covers, and sharing during our author celebrations. Our classroom feels like a little publishing community, and the pride they feel is so special to see.\r\n\r\nWhat's been most meaningful is the growth in confidence. Some of my quieter students are now asking to print their work and even volunteering to share. One student who was once hesitant to speak proudly read their book aloud to the class. Moments like that show how much this has impacted them—not just as writers, but as confident members of our Hōkūlani 'ohana.","fullyFundedDate":1771620275523,"projectUrl":"project/from-draft-to-published-empowering-youn/10105762/","projectTitle":"From Draft to Published: Empowering Young Authors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2030052"},{"teacherId":9343481,"projectId":9772797,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our first grade classroom! My students are full of energy, curiosity, and big ideas, and your kindness helps keep their excitement for learning growing every day.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is becoming a more organized, engaging, and welcoming space. Resources like laminating pouches and clear tape help us protect and reuse learning materials, allowing students to enjoy hands-on activities all year long. Our bulletin boards and book bins create an inviting environment that celebrates student work and encourages responsibility and a love of reading.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase easel makes small-group lessons more interactive and fun, while the Pete the Cat books bring joy, laughter, and meaningful reading experiences to our classroom. Seeing my students light up during story time is truly priceless.\r\n\r\nYour support directly impacts my students by helping them grow as readers, thinkers, and problem-solvers. I am incredibly grateful for your generosity and for believing in our classroom and our learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in the lives of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1759417003779,"projectUrl":"project/1st-grade-success/9772797/","projectTitle":"1st Grade Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9343481_orig.jpg?crop=2870,2870,x742,y871&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741721468449","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343481"},{"teacherId":7931816,"projectId":9772910,"letterContent":"The Robot Mouse Kit allows younger students to plot out a path for the mouse to reach the cheese. Using arrow cards, the students work together to plan the route. Their route is programmed into the mouse and then the mouse is turned on to run the program that has been entered. This involves sequencing, recognizing patterns and understanding simple algorithms by students. \r\n\r\nBy using the Robot Mouse, our students learn how to \"code\" each step to reach their goal (cheese). The students work in groups which helps to develop their listening and communication skills. Students also have the opportunity to use trial and error as they run through their sequence. Students are encouraged to make changes until their goal is achieved.\r\n\r\nWatching our youngest students (Kindergarten and Grade 1) work with the mouse, planning the route and then running it is so fun! The students talk things out and when their mouse reaches the cheese, the cheers and smiles are so rewarding!","fullyFundedDate":1759343875013,"projectUrl":"project/making-students-thinking-visible-throug/9772910/","projectTitle":"Making Students' Thinking Visible through Coding","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaneshiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7931816"},{"teacherId":7929345,"projectId":8229434,"letterContent":"Thank you, mahalo, salamat po! Your generosity has impacted by fourth graders greatly. Providing visual arts tools and quality AAPI literature had an imeasureable impact on these students. They each had a copy of a book to read and were able to learn that the author was Native Hawaiian. This was an important feature as there are not many students who are aware of Native Hawaiian authors who write children's literature that are not mo'olelo. \r\n\r\nWe read aloud the book and created visual arts too. The students were able to create mixed media art that they visualized after enjoying AAPI literature. Thank you for the opportunity to integrate language arts and visual arts in a fun way.","fullyFundedDate":1708311480898,"projectUrl":"project/visual-arts-tools-quality-literature/8229434/","projectTitle":"Visual Arts Tools & Quality Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7929345_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760304347024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7929345"},{"teacherId":7929345,"projectId":8887846,"letterContent":"The bookcase was assembled and now houses the books you provided. The children are enjoying AAPI literature that is not always easily available. We appreciate having this precious gift of place-based literacy in our classroom. \r\n\r\nNative Hawaiian authors that write chapter books are rare so I appreciate that I was able to purchase a class set. We read the book together as a whole class, and every child was able to read along with a book! Not having to share a book is a blessing. The children were impressed that they were the first ones to read the book, and that it was a recently published title too.","fullyFundedDate":1729392252589,"projectUrl":"project/native-hawaiian-literature-a-bookshelf/8887846/","projectTitle":"Native Hawaiian Literature & a Bookshelf to Store It On!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7929345_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760304347024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7929345"},{"teacherId":2030052,"projectId":9779856,"letterContent":"Our students have really enjoyed using the new acrylic paints, canvases, and easels. When we introduced the materials during art time, their faces lit up. They were eager to try out the paints, mix colors, and see how different brushes worked. Having real canvases and easels made the experience feel special, and you could tell they felt proud of what they were creating.\r\n\r\nOne of the first projects we did was a \"Hawaiian Sunset/Moonrise\" painting. Students sketched it, and then brought it to life with paint. It was great to see students naturally helping each other with color mixing and techniques. It created a very positive, creative atmosphere.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to build on these skills by introducing simple acrylic techniques like layering and shading. Thanks to your support, students now have high-quality materials that make their art projects more engaging and meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1759549540956,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-young-artists/9779856/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Young Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2030052"},{"teacherId":9655970,"projectId":9774570,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous contribution, our classroom now has a new bookshelf and organization bins, and the impact has been immediate! Students are using the bookshelf to easily access books and materials during independent reading and group projects. The organization bin has made our classroom supplies more accessible, which means less time searching for materials and more time learning.\r\nThanks to the new bookshelf and organization bin, students can quickly find their reading and math manipulatives, which means less time searching and more time learning. Having materials neatly organized also makes it easier for me to give clear directions, so students can focus on their activities and stay engaged in their learning. It's been amazing to see how this simple improvement has helped our classroom run more smoothly and supported students in taking ownership of their learning!","fullyFundedDate":1759416759655,"projectUrl":"project/c2-sensory-organization/9774570/","projectTitle":"C2 Sensory Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9655970"},{"teacherId":7939749,"projectId":9776859,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Plug Into Success: Headsets for Reading and Math Centers.\" Your generosity has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our first-grade classroom.\r\n\r\nAs soon as the new headsets arrived, the energy in our room shifted. My students could not wait to try them during their reading and math rotations. Before this project, many of my students struggled to hear the instructional audio clearly, especially during phonics lessons, digital reading practice, and our math fluency modules. Background noise made it hard for them to stay focused, and several were becoming frustrated or disengaged. In addition, many of the students had headsets that did not connect to the updated Apple devices we purchased, or their headsets did not work properly, so they could not hear audio or record their reading!\r\n\r\nNow, with your gift, each child can plug into their iPad, put on their headset, and fully immerse themselves in their learning. The impact was visible within minutes. Students who normally get distracted were suddenly locked in with eyes focused, voices silent, and fingers tapping confidently as they listened to directions, practiced decoding, or solved math problems. One student told me, \"I can hear everything now!\" Another proudly pointed out how her reading level improved after finally being able to record her reading clearly.\r\n\r\nDuring centers, the room feels calmer and more productive. Students can work independently without noise overwhelming them, and this allows me to give targeted small-group instruction. This has been especially helpful for students who need extra support or who become overstimulated easily. These headsets have given them a sense of control and comfort that truly matters.\r\n\r\nYour generosity did more than provide equipment. It provided access. It strengthened confidence. It increased engagement. It helped create an environment where every learner can succeed, no matter their starting point.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are deeply grateful for your kindness and your belief in their potential. Thank you for investing in our classroom and for helping our young readers and mathematicians thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1759455224611,"projectUrl":"project/plug-into-success-headsets-for-reading/9776859/","projectTitle":"Plug Into Success: Headsets for Reading and Math Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7939749_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773438566172","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939749"},{"teacherId":9811119,"projectId":9780731,"letterContent":"What an amazing gift the students got.Thank you so much we were able to help all the students bond, communicate better with each other. The games of hula hoop toss was a great success, they built muscles, helped with hand eye coordination, worked together as a team!! The puzzles were amazing help for them with brain building, helping with their memory and following simple directions. \r\n We never knew how important the art supplies to help with their creativity and spatial awareness. We built a whole Halloween pumpkin patch with all the paper plates... what an amazing start of the new year. \r\n Such wonderful growth and improvement in skills I am so appreciative of all the wonderful gifts the students received. It gave them opportunities to express themselves, use their voices, and build confidence in their abilities. Aloha and Mahalo for all the support.","fullyFundedDate":1759607221656,"projectUrl":"project/new-spark-activity-outdoor-fun-in-the-su/9780731/","projectTitle":"New Spark Activity Outdoor Fun in the Sun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maile","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9811119"},{"teacherId":9343481,"projectId":9156317,"letterContent":"I want to express my sincere gratitude for the generous supplies provided to my first-grade classroom of 19 students. After spending the last two years teaching in a fully self-contained special education setting, I am now expanding and refining my instructional practices as I transition back into a general education environment. With this shift comes a unique blend of challenges and opportunities, and the resources you've provided will make a meaningful difference in creating a supportive and engaging learning space.\r\nThese supplies will contribute directly to building a structured and predictable daily routine for my students. Tools such as the magnets for our classroom calendar and the magnetic pencil and pen holders will help us stay organized and reduce transitions, which is essential for young learners. The sensory and fidget items will serve as positive reinforcement and regulation supports, helping students stay focused and motivated throughout the day. Additionally, classroom tools like the calendar, student mailboxes, and lap desk will support daily learning tasks, encourage independence, and enhance overall classroom flow.\r\nBy thoughtfully integrating these materials into our routines, I am able to create an environment that meets the diverse needs of my students—one that is nurturing, engaging, and structured for success. Your contribution is helping me lay the foundation for a classroom where every child feels supported and capable of growing academically, socially, and emotionally.\r\nThank you for making such an impactful difference in our school community. Your generosity directly strengthens the quality of education my students receive each day.","fullyFundedDate":1747188427970,"projectUrl":"project/bring-on-1st-grade/9156317/","projectTitle":"Bring on 1st Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9343481_orig.jpg?crop=2870,2870,x742,y871&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741721468449","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343481"},{"teacherId":8094071,"projectId":9198025,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of this project. Because of your donation, our classroom now has a beat-making machine that will play an exciting role in future lessons and activities. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to bring this creative tool into our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThis resource will allow students to engage with rhythm, counting, and sound in hands-on ways that support foundational literacy and math skills. Music-based learning is especially powerful for many of my students, and having access to a tool like this opens the door for meaningful, multi-sensory instruction. I am looking forward to integrating it during upcoming units and establishing routines that use rhythm and beat-making to reinforce academic content.\r\n\r\nYour generosity provides students with opportunities they would not otherwise have, and I truly appreciate your commitment to supporting their growth. Thank you again for helping make this project possible.","fullyFundedDate":1752586504128,"projectUrl":"project/easy-as-123-and-abc-with-beats/9198025/","projectTitle":"Easy as 123 and ABC with Beats","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8094071"},{"teacherId":9343481,"projectId":8882769,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my classroom has been transformed into a space where my students feel safe, supported, and empowered to learn. The calming resources and designated areas you helped fund have already made a remarkable difference. Students now have a structured way to manage their emotions, which has led to greater focus, fewer disruptions, and a stronger sense of security in the classroom.\r\n\r\nFor my non-verbal students, the new communication tools have been life-changing. They are now able to express their emotions and needs in ways they couldn't before. This not only fosters independence but also builds their confidence in interacting with peers and engaging in lessons. Watching them use these tools to connect with others has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my teaching career.\r\nYour generosity has created a lasting impact—one that supports both the emotional and academic growth of every child in my classroom. Because of you, my students now have the chance to thrive in an environment where they feel truly seen, heard, and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1729389347534,"projectUrl":"project/to-create-that-safe-space/8882769/","projectTitle":"To Create that Safe Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9343481_orig.jpg?crop=2870,2870,x742,y871&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741721468449","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343481"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50828","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":280,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":22,"percentAsian":44,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":87.0,"schoolId":50828,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hokulani Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hokulani Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/honolulu-school-district/hokulani-elementary-school/50828"}