{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kaimuki High School","outOfStateSupporters":41.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9468734,"projectId":10110296,"letterContent":"The introduction of the iPad into our classroom has fundamentally changed how our students share their work and communicate with their peers. Before receiving this technology, presenting to the class was a awkward and disjointed experience. Students frequently had to turn their backs or stand sideways to read their slides off the main classroom TV screen, causing them to lose eye contact and connection with their audience. Now, thanks to your generosity, students can hold the iPad right in front of them or place it on a podium. They can seamlessly advance their slides while remaining fully squared up to the room, fostering a much more natural, professional, and engaging presentation environment.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting for the students is the sudden boost in confidence this small shift has created. Being able to face the audience allows them to use natural body language, read their classmates' reactions, and truly \"own the room.\" The iPad gives them a sense of control and authority over their material that they didn't have before. Instead of feeling trapped by the physical layout of the room, they are excited to step up to the front, eager to showcase both their digital projects and their public speaking skills.\r\n\r\n\"By allowing students to face their peers instead of the wall, this iPad has turned nerve-wracking presentations into moments of genuine connection and confidence.\"\r\n\r\nThis new setup has been an absolute game-changer for our more anxious and introverted speakers. For a student who is already nervous about public speaking, having to constantly turn around to look at a distant screen adds a layer of physical and mental discomfort. Having the iPad right in their hands acts as a comforting anchor. It allows them to maintain a strong presence, keep their voices projected forward toward the audience, and deliver their presentations with a level of poise we hadn't seen from them before. Your gift hasn't just provided a piece of hardware; it has given our students the tools to become more confident, effective communicators.","fullyFundedDate":1773979651491,"projectUrl":"project/adulting-real-world/10110296/","projectTitle":"Adulting, Real World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shimokawa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468734"},{"teacherId":10294119,"projectId":10104354,"letterContent":"I want to say thank you for your donation of the new iPad and Apple Pencil. This technology has helped as our students design and launch our annual campus advocacy campaigns. While many people use tablets for entertainment at home, in our classroom, it operates as an academic workstation. Students are not just making posters; they are learning graphic design principles, persuasion strategies, and digital literacy skills that directly prepare them for future careers.\r\n\r\nWhat excites the students most about this new setup is the precision and responsiveness of the Apple Pencil. This high-tech experience has especially captivated a group of our quietest, more reserved students, who previously hesitated to participate in school projects. Having access to these tools has unlocked an unexpected wave of confidence in them; they have quickly become leaders to create awareness posters and they've found a powerful collaborative voice within the school community through their art.\r\n\r\nYour investment has given our students an outlet to express their ideas, take pride in their work, and master tools that bridge the gap between imagination and technical skill. Thank you for your vision and for directly empowering the next generation of creative leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1771515187513,"projectUrl":"project/principal-for-the-day/10104354/","projectTitle":"Principal for the Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matsui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294119"},{"teacherId":9799793,"projectId":10106921,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in funding our \"Keep Cool with Coping Skills\" project. Your commitment to their well-being and success is deeply appreciated and has already begun to make a significant impact.\r\n\r\nIn today's fast-paced and often challenging world, it is vital that students are equipped with resources to help them navigate stress, manage their emotions, and build resilience. Thanks to your contribution, we have been able to provide tools and programs designed to foster these essential skills. These resources include small mats, visual countdown timers, safety equipment, and coping skills cards for students to use when they are engaged in academic tasks. These materials will be used to create visual schedules for students to provide predictability and structure across the various tasks that students encounter each day. The Socially Savvy checklist and curriculum will help our team teach new social skills to students.\r\n\r\nThe feedback from students and educators alike has been overwhelmingly positive. Many have shared how these tools have made a tangible difference in their ability to focus, stay motivated, and maintain a positive outlook. \r\n\r\nYour generosity doesn't just provide resources; it sends a powerful message to our students that their mental health matters and that there is a community of caring individuals who believe in their potential. This encouragement and support are invaluable in helping them thrive.\r\n\r\nWe are excited to continue building on this foundation and exploring new ways to support our students' mental and emotional well-being. Please know that your contribution has created a ripple effect of positivity that extends far beyond what words can capture.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support. Together, we are making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and helping to shape a brighter future for all.","fullyFundedDate":1771662633175,"projectUrl":"project/keep-cool-with-coping-skills/10106921/","projectTitle":"Keep Cool with Coping Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheryl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9799793"},{"teacherId":7927976,"projectId":10104942,"letterContent":"I wanted to send a big \"Thank you!\" Your generous donation has provided so many hands-on materials for our students to make learning engaging!\r\n\r\nThe students particularly enjoy the Positional Words activity. It includes fun toys that make learning about prepositions less like work and more like play. \r\n\r\nThe trace-and-write activity has also helped students become more independent when writing. They now have a model, practice to trace, and then independently write. \r\n\r\nAs always, the noise-canceling headphones are so great for our kids who are overwhelmed in crowded and loud environments. They always feel a little safer and at ease when they are wearing them. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1771638110058,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-is-believing/10104942/","projectTitle":"Seeing is Believing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gomes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7927976"},{"teacherId":3714956,"projectId":10105737,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the ipad and apple pencil. We have had many projects this quarter and the ipads have helped with group presentations and the apple pencil helped some of our many artistic students show understanding of the content through their various learning styles.\r\n\r\nFor our culminating Humanities project, students observed classic fairytales from across different cultures and compared and contrasted them. Students then had to choose their own Disney film and make their own adaptations using content knowledge they learned throughout their last two quarters. Students had to create a storyboard / play / presentation of their own adaptation. Multiple students choose to draw their own storyboard using your Apple pencil. The final products were amazing and could not have been done without you and your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771617935421,"projectUrl":"project/inclusive-innovation-tech-tools-for-mil/10105737/","projectTitle":"Inclusive Innovation: Tech Tools for Mild/Moderate Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3714956"},{"teacherId":10293814,"projectId":10104318,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! In class, we learned about the concepts of humanities and how it has grown and changed throughout time. After studying the history of it, we looked current ideas and created our own adaptations of it. The students created their own storyboard and script, and used the donated equipment to video their skits and share it with others. \r\nBeing able to apply what they have learned truly enhances their learning experiences. By bridging classical text with modern technology, the students gained a deeper understanding of the concepts. This would not have been possible without your help. Thank you again for your thoughtfulness and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1771606685692,"projectUrl":"project/bridging-classical-texts-and-modern-tech/10104318/","projectTitle":"Bridging Classical Texts and Modern technology.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293814"},{"teacherId":9468691,"projectId":10103960,"letterContent":"We are using the cooler and tables to take some events outdoors. Last things students want to after school is sit in another classroom, being outdoors and having cool drinks helps draw students and parent/families to events. The portability and ease of the tables and the sturdiness of the cooler help with making the events more accessible and allow Daniels to see different parts of our campus. \r\n\r\nThis last event was our biggest, an end of the year awards assembly, where we recognized our honor graduates, scholarship winners, and outstanding academic performance. Parents, families, students all were able to enjoy refreshments afterwards while mingling with donors, teachers, and admin. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping make this event special.","fullyFundedDate":1771565088152,"projectUrl":"project/outside-of-school-learning/10103960/","projectTitle":"Outside of School Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nakashima","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468691"},{"teacherId":10442272,"projectId":10200762,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Hidden Gems program. Your contribution has provided essential supplies that allow our students to continue developing and refining their value-added agricultural products. With your support, students are able to experiment with different layering styles and improve the overall quality, creativity, and consistency of their work.\r\n\r\nThis hands-on experience is especially meaningful as students explore food product design and innovation. They are learning how small adjustments in ingredients, structure, and presentation can change both the appearance and function of a product. Your support gives them the freedom to test ideas, learn from results, and grow their confidence as young innovators.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support helps us create special graduation products for students completing our program. These items celebrate their hard work, growth, and accomplishments in agriculture and entrepreneurship. It gives students a tangible way to reflect on their journey and take pride in what they have built together.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your investment in our students and for helping us continue meaningful, real-world learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1777316559613,"projectUrl":"project/from-hidden-gems-to-sweet-leis/10200762/","projectTitle":"From Hidden Gems to Sweet Leis","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10442272"},{"teacherId":3020552,"projectId":10201197,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our hydroponics program. Our organic seedlings cost about $0.25–$0.35 per Q-plug, and while we're usually successful, losses add up—about $1 for every three that don't grow. Your funding relieves that stress and allows students to experiment freely. Instead of only growing fast crops like lettuce, they can try seeds like marigolds and explore why growth differs. These moments turn failure into inquiry and deeper learning. Your support empowers curiosity, resilience, and hands-on discovery. We truly appreciate the opportunities you've made possible.","fullyFundedDate":1777404466677,"projectUrl":"project/from-seed-to-community/10201197/","projectTitle":"“From Seed to Community”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3020552_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1622057521444","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-chu-hong"},{"teacherId":3662236,"projectId":10105053,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation. We are truly grateful for your support and the thoughtful selection of items you provided for our students.\r\n\r\nThe STEM kits have already sparked excitement and curiosity. Students are eager to explore, build, and learn through hands-on activities that make science and problem-solving both fun and engaging. The \"Science of Cooking: Ice Cream\" kit is especially exciting, as it combines learning with a real-world (and delicious!) experience.\r\n\r\nThe math activity book is another wonderful addition, offering creative ways for students to strengthen their skills while staying engaged. The Wacky Tracks and building materials have also been a big hit, giving students opportunities to collaborate, think creatively, and work together to design and build.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the snack donations are greatly appreciated and help support our students throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a meaningful impact by providing enriching, hands-on learning experiences and opportunities for social interaction and teamwork. Thank you again for your kindness and continued support of our students' growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1771685054566,"projectUrl":"project/loving-stem/10105053/","projectTitle":"Loving STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dessy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3662236_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x342,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706216598275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3662236"},{"teacherId":3662236,"projectId":9994362,"letterContent":"We are truly grateful for your generous donations. Your support has made a meaningful difference for our students, and they are already enjoying and benefiting from these new resources.\r\n\r\nThe coloring books have been a big hit—students especially love bringing the adorable animal drawings to life. The new colored pencils are also greatly appreciated, as our previous supplies had been worn down from frequent use.\r\n\r\nThe social skills kit has been a valuable addition as well. Students have the opportunity to explore the activities independently and at their own pace, and many choose to engage with them regularly. These experiences allow us to reinforce and connect important social skills throughout the week in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the new leisure activities, including magnet blocks and puzzles, have been a wonderful way for students to collaborate in small groups. They are building creativity and teamwork as they construct structures together and work toward the shared goal of completing puzzles. These moments provide natural opportunities to practice and strengthen their social skills.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for supporting our students' growth and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1769177444392,"projectUrl":"project/mid-school-year-refresh-and-restock/9994362/","projectTitle":"Mid School Year Refresh and Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dessy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3662236_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x342,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706216598275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3662236"},{"teacherId":3017506,"projectId":10104128,"letterContent":"This project has had a meaningful impact on how students learn, organize information, and share their thinking in our social studies classroom. The addition of structured book bins has transformed how students access reading materials. Instead of books being difficult to locate or overlooked, students can now independently browse by topic, unit, or interest area. This has increased student choice and engagement, and we have already seen more students voluntarily selecting texts and staying engaged in sustained reading. At the same time, the improved organization helps create a calmer, more purposeful classroom environment where literacy is visibly valued.\r\n\r\nThe Apple TV technology has been especially exciting for students because it allows them to share their work instantly and confidently with the class. Students can wirelessly present research projects, analyze primary and secondary sources, and showcase multimedia presentations without the stress of complicated setup or technical barriers. This has significantly increased participation and willingness to present, as students feel more in control of their work and more prepared to speak in front of their peers. The immediacy of the technology makes learning feel more dynamic and interactive, turning presentations into shared learning experiences rather than isolated assignments.\r\n\r\nWe have also noticed that students who are typically more reserved have especially benefited from this new system. Some who were previously hesitant to present are now more willing to share because the process feels smoother and less intimidating. In particular, students who are strong in digital creation but less confident in speaking have found a bridge between their skills and their voice. This has helped build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and create a more inclusive classroom where more students feel capable of contributing meaningfully.","fullyFundedDate":1771450267861,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-readers-and-student-voices/10104128/","projectTitle":"Empowering Readers and Student Voices","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3017506_orig.png?crop=386,386,x104,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630104810723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3017506"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50835","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":520,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":59,"percentAsian":16,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":51,"percentMultiracialImputed":12,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"9.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.8,"schoolId":50835,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kaimuki High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kaimuki High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/honolulu-school-district/kaimuki-high-school/50835"}