{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kalani High School","outOfStateSupporters":36.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9806413,"projectId":10103164,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been buzzing with creativity thanks to the new resources you helped provide. My students have been using these materials daily as they work on their final projects, and the timing truly could not have been better. This last donation has been incredibly helpful as students plan out their final pieces, allowing them to think more deeply and intentionally about their ideas. With access to these supplies, they've been able to dive further into the elements of art and principles of design. A memorable moment was watching students sketch, glaze, and refine their ceramic pieces using the new paint brushes to create smoother, more detailed finishes.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials—especially the paint brushes—they were absolutely stoked. The room immediately filled with excitement and gratitude. Many noticed how much easier it was to achieve fine details and clean glaze applications, and some even said it made them feel like \"real artists.\" That excitement quickly turned into motivation, with students becoming more engaged, confident, and willing to take creative risks.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students are continuing to refine their final projects, applying more advanced techniques and thoughtful design choices. The new materials have allowed them to fully bring their ideas to life without limitations. This donation has made a meaningful impact, and we are so grateful for your support in helping our students grow as artists.","fullyFundedDate":1771438618507,"projectUrl":"project/molding-memories-a-final-ceramics-journ/10103164/","projectTitle":"Molding Memories: A Final Ceramics Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berezni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806413"},{"teacherId":8821128,"projectId":9776011,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students experienced biology in a way that truly brought learning to life. The moment I opened the case of animal specimens and handed out the cell models, excitement filled the classroom and that enthusiasm never faded throughout the lesson.\r\n\r\nMy students, who benefit greatly from hands-on and multisensory learning, were fully engaged from start to finish. They eagerly worked to correctly place organelles, confidently named each structure, and explained their functions with growing understanding. Using the models, they were able to make meaningful connections as they explored the levels of biological organization from cells to tissues, organs, and entire body systems within their chosen organisms.\r\n\r\nWhat made this experience especially impactful was how naturally the models supported deeper learning. Students used them to revisit and reinforce key biology concepts, including cell transport (passive vs. active), cell division, photosynthesis, and cellular respiration. Concepts that once felt abstract became tangible, interactive, and most importantly fun!\r\n\r\nFor my students with mild to moderate disabilities, these resources transformed the classroom into an inclusive, engaging environment where every learner could participate and succeed. Their curiosity grew, their confidence increased, and they were genuinely excited to learn!\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support in making science accessible, meaningful, and enjoyable. You didn't just provide materials, you helped create an unforgettable learning experience. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1759445467572,"projectUrl":"project/micro-to-macro-engaging-multi-sensory/9776011/","projectTitle":"Micro to Macro: Engaging, Multi-Sensory Biology Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burnham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8821128_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691169761629","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821128"},{"teacherId":8821128,"projectId":9281426,"letterContent":"The Growing Minds: Hands-On Hydroponics and Sprouting / Micro-green project turned our Biology and Integrated Science classrooms into vibrant mini greenhouses! Students got their hands dirty (and sometimes wet!) as they used hydroponic kits and LED grow lights to design and test their own experiments, exploring everything from seed types to light and growing conditions.\r\n\r\nWorking like real scientists, students collected data, solved problems, and collaborated with teammates. They wrapped up their investigations by creating eye-catching posters to share their discoveries, proudly showcasing how their plants, and their scientific thinking grew. 🌱\r\n\r\nMahalo nui loa again, General Motors, Ripple and Luci Chun for your generosity! May all the kindness you shared be returned to you and your Ohana a million fold! 🙏🏼","fullyFundedDate":1746786188997,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-hands-on-hydroponics-and/9281426/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds: Hands-On Hydroponics and Sprouting Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burnham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8821128_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691169761629","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821128"},{"teacherId":2320825,"projectId":10107158,"letterContent":"The impact of your generosity on my classroom has been truly transformative. Prior to this project, my students' understanding of networking and server administration was confined to textbooks and software simulations. While those tools have their place, they lack the high-stakes reality and tactile feedback of physical hardware. Thanks to your support, my students have transitioned from simulating to doing. They are now working with real equipment in real-world scenarios, and the shift in the classroom energy is palpable.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of this project has been watching students manage their own Linux sandboxes on the Raspberry Pi units. There is a visible spark of excitement when a student successfully configures a server or pings a peer's device for the first time. Their engagement levels have soared because they are no longer just clicking through a tutorial; they are architects of their own digital environments. They are learning to navigate the command line, manage root access, and troubleshoot hardware issues as they arise, which are essential, career-ready skills in cybersecurity.\r\n\r\nWe have several students who previously felt intimidated by the abstract nature of networking but have now completely warmed up to the subject after being able to physically hold the technology in their hands. They are taking more risks, asking deeper questions, and collaborating at the whiteboards to solve infrastructure puzzles before implementing them on their Pi stations. You haven't just provided us with equipment; you have provided the tools for a new level of confidence and curiosity in our computer science lab.","fullyFundedDate":1771645737469,"projectUrl":"project/the-command-line-classroom-hands-on-lin/10107158/","projectTitle":"The Command Line Classroom: Hands-On Linux & Systems Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Ida","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2320825_orig.jpg?crop=736,736,x0,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667057894291","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2320825"},{"teacherId":8822362,"projectId":9776984,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, our students received an exciting set of materials to create resin keychains, including resin, lights, glitter, molds, coloring supplies, keyrings, charms, putty, and other accessories. Your donation has provided our students with a hands-on creative opportunity.\r\n\r\nStudents are using these resources as part of a design-based project where they plan and create their own custom keychains, and when they first saw the materials they were incredibly excited and immediately began imagining all the different keychains they could create.\r\n\r\nNext, students will reflect on their designs and discuss how they could improve them to turn them into marketable products. \r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom and helping provide meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1759456059186,"projectUrl":"project/resin-to-the-occasion/9776984/","projectTitle":"Resin to the Occasion!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Potterton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8822362"},{"teacherId":9372215,"projectId":9930343,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom. Your kindness has provided our students with essential supplies that keep our learning environment clean and healthy.\r\n\r\nKleenex and paper towels help students quickly clean up spills and stay hygienic, so they can concentrate on learning. The WetJet helps us easily clean up drink spills, ensuring a safe and tidy classroom. Additionally, the fly and insect trap minimizes distractions from mosquitoes and flies, helping students concentrate better.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a healthier and more comfortable learning environment where students can focus on their education. We truly appreciate your generosity and dedication to supporting our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1767284037736,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-a-healthy-learnin/9930343/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for a Healthy Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trinh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9372215"},{"teacherId":9727966,"projectId":9865740,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our AP Statistics classroom at the start of the school year. The supplies you provided have been woven into our learning from day one. We've used them during hands-on data investigations, group problem-solving days, and review sessions where students rotate through stations analyzing real-world scenarios. One of my favorite moments was during a sampling activity when students worked in teams to estimate the proportion of beads in the jar that were red. Having the right materials made it easy to collaborate, revise thinking, and showcase their work.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new supplies, they were genuinely excited, a fun change from the typical math class! It set a powerful tone early in the year: what we do in this room matters. There's something motivating about having fresh, organized materials that are truly ours to use as we dig into challenging content.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're building toward deeper statistical inference projects where students design studies, analyze data, and justify conclusions using formal statistical reasoning. The resources you provided continue to support interactive lessons and meaningful discussion as students prepare for upcoming assessments and, ultimately, the AP Exam. Your generosity has helped create a classroom environment where students feel prepared, supported, and confident tackling college-level material. Thank you for being part of our journey this year, your impact is real and lasting!","fullyFundedDate":1762041156274,"projectUrl":"project/stats-in-action-real-data-real-fun/9865740/","projectTitle":"Stats in Action: Real Data, Real Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Travis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9727966"},{"teacherId":531392,"projectId":7213168,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to and for supporting our classroom project. Your kind and generous donation helped secure the items that have been specified, which are now being used by students in engaging ways: to perform laboratory activities, to work cooperatively, to problem solve, to think critically, and to develop social interactions. Having these resources directly supports the learning goals of the students. Thank you again for your support of our classroom and for making these resources available to the students.","fullyFundedDate":1678050559994,"projectUrl":"project/foster-group-problem-solving/7213168/","projectTitle":"Foster Group Problem-Solving!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. M.Kimura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/531392"},{"teacherId":531392,"projectId":6956189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to and for supporting our classroom project. Your kind and generous donation helped secure the items that have been specified, which are now being used by students in engaging ways: to perform laboratory activities, to work cooperatively, to problem solve, to think critically, and to develop social interactions. Having these resources directly supports the learning goals of the students. Thank you again for your support of our classroom and for making these resources available to the students.","fullyFundedDate":1668735246091,"projectUrl":"project/need-to-project-science-videos/6956189/","projectTitle":"Need to Project Science Videos!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. M.Kimura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/531392"},{"teacherId":7939848,"projectId":9782780,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our whole school and helping make this year stand out with our new classroom camera. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to a high-quality tool that is transforming the way we document and record history.\r\n\r\nWhile many people use the cameras on their phones, our class is now able to truly zoom in on that ball being caught in the outfield. Students really get to feel a part of the action as they zoom in close and capture the sweat dripping from dedication.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting for students is the professional quality of the camera. They immediately noticed the difference in clarity, and it has made them feel like their work truly matters.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given our students more than just a camera — it has given them a sense of belonging on the field, a creative outlet, and an opportunity to develop skills that will benefit them far beyond our classroom. We are deeply grateful for your support and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1760214866148,"projectUrl":"project/a-quality-yearbook/9782780/","projectTitle":"A Quality Yearbook","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Westbrook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939848"},{"teacherId":8821818,"projectId":9774074,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in our students through the purchase of new Chromebooks. This generous contribution is already making a meaningful difference in both Calculus and Intro to College Math classes, transforming the way students learn, engage, and apply mathematical concepts to the real world.\r\n\r\nIn Calculus, access to a Chromebook allows students to move beyond static textbook problems and into dynamic, interactive learning. Using platforms such as Desmos and Google Classroom, students can explore graphs in real time, visualize limits and derivatives, and instantly see how changes in equations affect functions. Instead of imagining how a function behaves, students can manipulate it and observe immediate results. This deepens conceptual understanding and strengthens their ability to connect algebraic, graphical, and numerical representations.\r\n\r\nChromebooks also support collaborative problem-solving. Through shared documents and discussion boards, students explain their reasoning, critique solutions, and refine their mathematical communication skills. In higher-level math, the ability to articulate thinking is just as important as finding the correct answer. Technology creates a space where every student has a voice and can contribute meaningfully to the learning process.\r\n\r\nIn Intro to College Math, the impact is equally powerful—particularly in the area of financial literacy and real-world application. With access to spreadsheets like Google Sheets, students build budgets, calculate loan payments, compare interest rates, and analyze long-term investment growth. Rather than completing abstract worksheets, they create personalized financial scenarios that mirror real-life decisions: financing a car, paying off student loans, or planning monthly expenses.\r\n\r\nStudents also use online tools to simulate credit card interest, compound savings, and mortgage payments. By engaging directly with financial models, they see how mathematical formulas influence everyday life. The Chromebook becomes more than a device—it becomes a bridge between classroom math and adult responsibility. Students gain confidence in skills that will follow them long after graduation: interpreting data, evaluating financial choices, and making informed decisions.\r\n\r\nAccess to Chromebooks also promotes equity. Every student now has reliable access to digital resources, ensuring that learning does not depend on outside access to technology. Whether completing assignments in class or reviewing instructional videos at home, students have the tools they need to succeed. Features such as accessibility settings, screen readers, and language supports further ensure that all learners can engage fully with content.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, Chromebooks help teachers provide immediate feedback. Digital assignments allow for quicker grading, targeted comments, and individualized support. Teachers can identify misconceptions in real time and adjust instruction accordingly. This responsiveness leads to stronger mastery and improved student outcomes.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the Chromebook fosters independence. Students learn to research, analyze, and problem-solve using modern tools that mirror college and career environments. In both Calculus and Intro to College Math, they are not simply memorizing formulas—they are using mathematics as a tool to explore, predict, and make decisions.\r\n\r\nYour support has strengthened academic rigor, increased engagement, and expanded real-world learning opportunities. The Chromebook is not just enhancing instruction; it is empowering students with the technological fluency and mathematical confidence they need for college, careers, and life. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to student success and the lasting impact this investment will continue to make.","fullyFundedDate":1759362859126,"projectUrl":"project/new-chromebooks-for-every-learner/9774074/","projectTitle":"New Chromebooks for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8821818_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y56&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667498019729","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821818"},{"teacherId":9639213,"projectId":9906446,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donation to give our students added support in our culinary classroom! Our students were able to make mini pies in time for Thanksgiving, as well as mini desserts for our regular classroom production. The sprinkles came in handy because what student doesn't love sprinkles?! \r\n\r\nIn the future, our students will be taking our super taster test, so they can see whether they are considered a \"super taster\"! 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