{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Manoa Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7931701,"projectId":10104788,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our flexible seating project! Because of your generosity, students now have choices besides traditional desks. They can sit on balance balls or use floor desks if they prefer sitting on the floor. These seating options help students stay comfortable, focused, and engaged while learning. Students are excited to have flexible spaces that support their individual learning needs. Mahalo for supporting my classroom and making a positive difference for our students! Your kindness helps create a more welcoming and successful learning environment every day.","fullyFundedDate":1771497615054,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/10104788/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Montano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7931701"},{"teacherId":1841883,"projectId":10110127,"letterContent":"Thank you again for donating to my special education classroom! I requested an ipad, apple pen, and headphones to help me make online lessons, and you delivered. Your donation has made a difference in allowing me to support my special education students more specifically through online follow along lessons, virtual choice boards, and providing a way for me to annotate alongside them as we analyze articles and texts. \r\n\r\nMy students definitely love the online choice board that I made using my ipad the most, obviously. It has helped to motivate them to stay on task, so they are able to go to the choice board at the end of class. I, on the other hand, have truly enjoyed using my ipad to make follow along lessons. These lessons have helped me keep my students on track through substitute days, and allowed me to make student focused centers that keep my students engaged and give me one on one work time with each of them. They are now able to navigate through our online platform and complete lessons with me online all while using their brand new headphones. \r\n\r\nThank you for enlightening our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1771769316780,"projectUrl":"project/need-tech/10110127/","projectTitle":"Need Tech","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tanaka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1841883"},{"teacherId":9371918,"projectId":10103231,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our 4th grade classroom.\r\n\r\nThe foldable chairs have helped create a more flexible and comfortable learning environment where students can work collaboratively, read independently, and participate in small group discussions. Having seating has encouraged students to stay engaged during lessons and reading time.\r\n\r\nThe copies of Matilda have brought so much excitement to our classroom. Students are eager to read each day, discuss characters and themes, and build their love of literature together. Many students connected deeply with the story and looked forward to our reading time every day. We are celebrating with watching Matilda at the end of the year so they can compare and contrast the text to the visual representation. \r\n\r\nYour support is helping create positive learning experiences that our students will remember long after 4th grade. Thank you for investing in our classroom, our readers, and our future leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1771543137681,"projectUrl":"project/read-relax-and-respond/10103231/","projectTitle":"Read, Relax, and Respond","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tanuvasa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371918"},{"teacherId":4481687,"projectId":10109043,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation! The carts came in extra handy when we had Japanese exchange students visit our classroom. We made paper lei as a cultural project. The carts helped us to organize the materials and keep the flowers and leaves sorted without taking up too much space. I havenʻt been able to track down half the order of carts, so the students havenʻt been able to use the carts for their desk materials like I planned, but we have still been able to use the carts to be more organized.\r\nThe most well-used item is the Turtle Tables! My class loves working on the floor, and the Turtle Tables have allowed them to work more comfortably. They use them for almost any independent or group work like drafting essays, ELA centers, and math workbook.\r\nThe marker sets have been so well-loved, a few of the students have been holding onto their favorite shades to use later. They have used the markers for several different art projects, like their Sight is Beautiful contest posters and Motherʻs Day cards. Their next project that these donations will be handy for is their Mālama ʻĀina projects. They will be making games and other activities to teach their First Grade Little Buddies about ways we can take care of our native plants and animals.\r\nThank you again for your generous donation!","fullyFundedDate":1771719979159,"projectUrl":"project/organized-engaged/10109043/","projectTitle":"Organized & Engaged","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muraoka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4481687"},{"teacherId":3565624,"projectId":10114350,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nWe are overflowing with gratitude and excitement to share the final results of our \"Birthday Box\" project! Thanks to your generous support and the hard work of our 100 second graders, we didn't just meet our goal—we exceeded it. Together, our four classrooms assembled 110 complete Birthday Boxes for the Food Bank of Hawaii. Because of your contributions and the additional support from our local community, we were able to deliver nearly 400 pounds of donations to help our neighbors in Noelani, the North Shore, Upper Waianae, and Waimanalo.\r\n\r\nThis project was a profound learning experience for our students. They saw firsthand how a community can come together to solve the problem of scarcity and turn a \"want\"—like a birthday celebration—into a powerful gift for families in need. Seeing the students count out the 100+ cans of soda and tubs of frosting made our math and economics lessons come to life in the most meaningful way possible. Your investment provided the \"capital\" we needed to teach our students the value of empathy, civic duty, and the spirit of aloha. Thank you for believing in our vision and for helping us bring 110 smiles to children across our island!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1774627915315,"projectUrl":"project/birthday-in-a-box-spreading-kindness-wi/10114350/","projectTitle":"Birthday in a Box: Spreading Kindness with Local Food Banks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missjenevans"},{"teacherId":10295862,"projectId":10103053,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of the iPad, accessories, and earphones. They have already made a wonderful impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese tools have significantly helped with testing students, allowing them access to several reading programs perfectly tailored to their individual needs. In addition, we are now able to effectively track their scores and create targeted instruction to help them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your support in enhancing our students' learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1771460567122,"projectUrl":"project/the-future-is-now-smart-tools-for-smart/10103053/","projectTitle":"The Future is Now: Smart Tools for Smart Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10295862"},{"teacherId":3258671,"projectId":10108142,"letterContent":"With these new materials, it has really helped bring our learning to life. Recently, students have been using air-dry clay to create animals and their habitats. They are building fine motor skills while also learning about where animals live and why those habitats are important. When the materials first arrived, students were so excited and eager to start creating right away!\r\n\r\nWe also finished a cultural project in reading by designing Cinderella shoes inspired by stories from around the world. Students created shoes that show their own cultures and experiences, which has been really special to see. Thank you for helping us make learning fun, creative, and meaningful!","fullyFundedDate":1771684496290,"projectUrl":"project/lets-restock-for-art/10108142/","projectTitle":"Let's Restock for Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miyamoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3258671_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460155368498","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3258671"},{"teacherId":4635421,"projectId":10104230,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Because of your support, our classroom is now equipped with a new oven, a blender, and a Ninja ice cream maker. These tools are doing so much more than just helping us prepare food; they are providing the foundation for a real-world journey into the world of business and innovation.\r\n\r\nWith this equipment, my students aren't just following recipes; they are becoming entrepreneurs. They have begun the exciting process of developing their very own brands of food products. From perfecting baked goods in the oven to creating unique frozen treat lines with the Ninja ice cream maker, they are learning what it takes to bring a vision to life. This experience is giving them a front-row seat to the development process, as they prepare to offer their final products to friends, family, and the wider community.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is nurturing an entrepreneurial mindset that will serve them long after they leave this classroom. By engaging in these projects, they are practicing critical life skills like problem-solving, marketing, and financial literacy. Thank you for investing in their future and for helping us prepare them for life with practical, hands-on skills that spark both creativity and independence.","fullyFundedDate":1771532956238,"projectUrl":"project/social-entrepreneurship-innovation-lab/10104230/","projectTitle":"Social Entrepreneurship Innovation Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4635421"},{"teacherId":9913979,"projectId":10108232,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, my students have been able to experience opportunities that would not have been possible otherwise.\r\n\r\nWith the materials you provided, my students have been more engaged, excited, and motivated to learn each day. I've seen increased participation, deeper discussions, and a stronger sense of confidence in their abilities. These resources have truly helped bring our lessons to life and made learning more meaningful and accessible for all students.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your support has also helped build a positive classroom environment where students feel supported, inspired, and eager to try new things. It's been incredibly rewarding to watch them grow not only as learners, but also as individuals.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my entire class, thank you for believing in our students and investing in their success. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1771731134852,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-and-science-explora/10108232/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success and Science Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nakamura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9913979"},{"teacherId":9804246,"projectId":10103068,"letterContent":"When the boxes of social emotional books, canvas, water color paper, and paint pens arrived, the room buzzed with excitement! The students were amazed to have \"real\" artist materials, and their eyes lit up as they realized they were going to create their own galleries. During our first session, we read a story about overcoming frustration, and I watched as they translated those complex feelings onto paper, using the paint pens to add intricate, vibrant details that showcased their unique inner worlds.\r\n\r\nThese resources have completely transformed our classroom environment. Beyond just creating art, our students now have a dedicated, hands-on way to process their emotions. They are more focused, communicative, and proud of the stories they are sharing through their work. It has been incredibly moving to see a student who usually struggles to find words instead express their joy or resilience through a bold brushstroke or a carefully drawn detail on their canvas.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are taking this creative momentum even further. We are now preparing for a \"Student Gallery Walk,\" where each child will present their finished canvas to the class, explaining the emotional theme they chose to highlight. This project has sparked a newfound confidence in our students, and we plan to integrate this art-meets-literature approach into our future units to continue nurturing their growth, empathy, and artistic voices throughout the rest of the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1771687116294,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-creative-minds-and-caring-hear/10103068/","projectTitle":"Tools for Creative Minds and Caring Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804246"},{"teacherId":9966646,"projectId":10103195,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. With your help, my counseling office is better stocked with toys for students to practice their social interactions and build relationships with each other. \r\n\r\nYour donation also allowed me to purchase more books to facilitate learning about different subjects (common topics include: peer relationships, self control, feelings, kindness, and self esteem). I teach classroom guidance lessons on a weekly basis and each theme includes at least one book. It is great to have a variety of stories to use, and the students love when I read to them. I have also been able to incorporate stories into my individual sessions, too. \r\n\r\nThe \"big ticket item\" was a television. When I do small groups, I sometimes use a visual presentation to make the lesson more engaging. Prior to having the TV, I had four students (plus myself) trying to crowd around a laptop to see the screen. I also often had students trying to control the lesson by touching my laptop because it was right in front of them and they are used to managing their own devices. Having the TV allows us more space, and allows me to control what is on the screen without any students close enough to touch my laptop. It is so much better!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping me to get counseling supplies that I can use with my students. Counselors are not classroom teachers, so often get overlooked when it comes to funding. I am so grateful for all your help!","fullyFundedDate":1771693872036,"projectUrl":"project/counselors-corner/10103195/","projectTitle":"Counselor's Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ing","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9966646"},{"teacherId":9438919,"projectId":10103982,"letterContent":"Mahalo (thank you in Hawaiian) for all of your generous donations. These supplies have helped to transform our STEM classroom into an exciting place of discovery. We used the Keva Planks and Strawbees recently in our Read Across America STEM stations as they tested the limitations of gravity, tension and balance in their creative structures connecting the story \"Oh the Places You'll Go!\" to their real life personal dreams of places they would like to go to one day.\r\n\r\nStudents used the cotton balls, feathers, plates, etc... to extend their learning of animal adaptations. They created their own species that inhabit a newly discovered planet with habitats similar to those on Earth. The abundance of materials available allowed them to stretch their imaginations to build creative models of their new predators and prey along with their habitats. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in the next generation of problems solvers, inventors and engineers.","fullyFundedDate":1771497494411,"projectUrl":"project/young-engineers/10103982/","projectTitle":"Young Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hirohata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9438919"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50861","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":518,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":17,"percentAsian":43,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":6,"percentMultiracialImputed":34,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.9,"schoolId":50861,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Manoa Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Manoa Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/honolulu-school-district/manoa-elementary-school/50861"}