{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kaimuki High School","outOfStateSupporters":40.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9933292,"projectId":9824885,"letterContent":"2025-2026 school year was a tumultuous one. Right after I received last year's generous donation of books for my students, there was a disruption in my access to my classroom. Thankfully, all has been resolved and I was able to present my students with the books they received one month into this school year.\r\nWhat followed surprised and delighted me- my kids came in every class period and picked a book to read. They took turns reading out loud to each other the books I was able to find that were written in Chuukese and Marshallese- the native language of a considerable number of my students. I got to witness some of my kids enjoying the very same books I read when I was their age, along with current books that resonated with them.\r\nReading physical books has quickly become a habit for some of my kids- more than a few have asked to take home a book to read and return when they are finished.\r\nNone of this would have happened without you. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1761651052710,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-classroom-oasis/9824885/","projectTitle":"Building a Classroom Oasis","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9933292"},{"teacherId":3020552,"projectId":10120996,"letterContent":"Mahalo! A group of our students took ownership of a value-added agriculture project from start to finish. They researched local ingredients, developed and tested a delicious boba drink featuring local honey and māmaki tea grown on our campus, created a brand and marketing plan, and sold the product to our school community. They were incredibly successful, selling their entire quota!\r\n\r\nThis project gave students authentic experience in recipe development, pricing, marketing, customer service, budgeting, and entrepreneurship. It also connected sustainability to business: our māmaki is grown using compost made from cafeteria food waste, allowing students to experience the process from food scraps to compost, crops, and finally a marketable product.\r\n\r\nWe have now ordered reusable BPA-free cups so students can continue developing and selling their drinks while reducing single-use plastic waste. Students are learning that sustainable choices can create both environmental impact and successful business opportunities.","fullyFundedDate":1778358457553,"projectUrl":"project/value-added-entrepreneurship-project/10120996/","projectTitle":"Value-added Entrepreneurship Project","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":8975060,"projectId":10428562,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for choosing my Donors Choose project. Your generous support has been bringing great joy to our students with special needs. The swing and spinning chair have been providing them with the sensory input (calming them when overstimulated, increasing their focus, improved engagement, etc). \r\nThese items were much needed additions to our sensory room to accommodate the needs of all of our students. Your kindness will continue to positively impact the learning of our current and future students!!","fullyFundedDate":1787181338674,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-equipment-supports-emotional-reg/10428562/","projectTitle":"Sensory Equipment Supports Emotional Regulation, Greater Independence, Meaningful Daily participation.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8975060"},{"teacherId":3017506,"projectId":10200985,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Social Studies environmental stewardship project! Your generosity is helping our students connect what they learn in the classroom to meaningful action in their own school and island community.\r\n\r\nWith your support, students are able to use their research and writing skills to reach out to others through, practicing English while spreading empathy and connection.\r\n\r\nYour support reminds our students that small actions can create meaningful change. Thank you for helping them become thoughtful, responsible citizens who care for both our environment and our community.","fullyFundedDate":1778866631474,"projectUrl":"project/rooted-in-responsibility-caring-for-ou/10200985/","projectTitle":"“Rooted in Responsibility: Caring for Our Island Community”","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"},{"teacherId":9842114,"projectId":10245953,"letterContent":"The classroom supplies and sensory tools have made SUCH a difference in our classroom! We are so grateful for being able to access kleenex and expo markers to use daily in our classroom! The trays purchased also have been really great for our students to help sort classwork.\r\n\r\nWhen we have these items in our classroom, it really helps us to work and learn. We are very appreciative of your donation. It takes a village to raise a child and we are so grateful that your donation could help us grow and learn in our high school.\r\n\r\nMuch appreciation for your generosity! Thank you for helping the students of Kaimuki High School during the 2025-2026 school year!","fullyFundedDate":1778904399673,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-and-sensory-tools/10245953/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials and Sensory Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chelsy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9842114"},{"teacherId":3020552,"projectId":10266287,"letterContent":"Thank you for generously supporting our project. Your kindness is making a meaningful difference in our students' learning and daily experiences.\r\n\r\nThe supplies you helped provide are more than just tools—they are opportunities for students to build confidence, solve problems, and take ownership of their work. The hose reel, for example, allows students to water our worm bins efficiently without struggling to manually wind up long hoses. This simple improvement saves time and energy, allowing students to focus on caring for our composting systems and learning about sustainability rather than wrestling with equipment.\r\n\r\nYour support also made it possible for us to obtain a Cricut machine, which gives students the opportunity to create logos and designs for shirts representing the different teams and projects within our club. Wearing shirts they designed themselves helps students develop a sense of identity, pride, and belonging. It reinforces that they are part of something meaningful and encourages teamwork as they work toward shared goals.\r\n\r\nThe hand tools and repair equipment are equally valuable. Instead of waiting for someone else to fix broken items, our students can learn how to troubleshoot problems, make repairs, and maintain the equipment they use every day. These experiences teach practical skills while fostering independence, responsibility, and the confidence that they are capable of solving real-world challenges.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in hands-on learning. Your generosity is helping cultivate future problem-solvers, innovators, and environmental stewards. Every time students repair a tool, care for our worm bins, or proudly wear a shirt they created, they are reminded that there are people in the community who believe in them and their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1778107018828,"projectUrl":"project/tools-and-technology-for-sustainable-agr/10266287/","projectTitle":"Tools and Technology for Sustainable Agriculture & Student Entrepreneurship","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":8975060,"projectId":10206515,"letterContent":"A BIG MAHALO for selecting our project to be the recipient of your kindness and generosity! Our school staff and class were extremely excited to see the items! We designed stickers as our first project and everyone is already thinking about the next projects. \r\nThe adults have already started using the kadomaru corner rounder to make visuals for our students and this device has made the icons safe for kids to handle. The device is so simple to use and has cut down on time when compared to doing this manually with a scissors. \r\nTHANK YOU again! :)","fullyFundedDate":1778105919402,"projectUrl":"project/visual-supports-for-learners-with-autism/10206515/","projectTitle":"Visual Supports for Learners With Autism!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8975060"},{"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":9634040,"projectId":10105920,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for helping fund more technology to support technology education in the classrooms. Many of our students are tech savvy with their games but don't know how fun the ipad can be while learning at the same time. This new device will also help support students in guiding their programs and data collection pieces.\r\n\r\nStudents will appreciate the newest technology as many of the ipads are getting older and slower. This new ipad with more memory will allow us to store more apps and of course videos and pictures journaling our adventures and activities. We all know paper pencil journals are a thing of the past! \r\n\r\nThank you again for allowing us to incorporate more technology into the lives of students!","fullyFundedDate":1771634292086,"projectUrl":"project/tech-savvy-adventurers/10105920/","projectTitle":"Tech Savvy Adventurers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9634040"},{"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"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50835","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":537,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":63,"percentAsian":13,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":52,"percentMultiracialImputed":12,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"9.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":59.2,"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"}