{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waikiki Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8352409,"projectId":10106266,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for the wonderful things we received. The letter magnets have been a hit with students getting fantastic practice spelling sight words and words with newly learned phonemes. The magnets are big and colorful and it makes building words fun. We have enjoyed using the puzzles to help with decoding and segmenting words. We used the play-doh to learn about life cycles. Students used them to show the different stages for sun flowers and butterflies. The letter/number writing center is a terrific tool to help students get practice writing those tricky letters like b and d, f, q and p, j, and all the others. The donations are greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1771624612578,"projectUrl":"project/becoming-excellent-writers/10106266/","projectTitle":"Becoming Excellent Writers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8352409_orig.jpg?crop=580,580,x345,y728&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646350524744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8352409"},{"teacherId":7937080,"projectId":10104522,"letterContent":"We start together, we finish together, that was our motto through much of our physical education activities, and recess play this semester. Kids interacting cooperatively with one another, having fun with their new soccer goals and other creative equipment, and thriving socially and emotionally together. Our soccer goals remain outside in the elements and tend to take a lot of wear and tear from the competitive play of our community. It was so nice to enrich our play space with stronger, reinforced, and easily identifiable soccer goals that brought huge smiles to all of our little future footballers.\r\n\r\nThe red and blue racetrack made for some real creative innovators trying to figure out how to make their cars go faster, have them go through a loop, or a curl. Do certain cars travel faster and stay on the track more easily? So there was a lot of experimenting with this new item.\r\n\r\nI was grateful to have the colorful new locks that I could lock up many of our ball boxes with. The size, color, and functionality of them made them easy to use, taking them on and off when supplies were needed within the ball boxes.\r\n\r\nOur Keiki strive confidently ahead with enthusiasm and aspirations through your generous contribution and the development of our physical education program. We make the impossible...possible with our \"can-do\" attitude for success.","fullyFundedDate":1771731865569,"projectUrl":"project/we-start-together-we-finish-together/10104522/","projectTitle":"We Start Together, We Finish Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach John Holaday","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937080_orig.jpg?crop=1455,1456,x0,y135&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627896484223","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937080"},{"teacherId":4548897,"projectId":10217714,"letterContent":"This project will make a meaningful impact on my students by providing access to technology that supports interactive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences. The iPad protection will allow students to use our ipads with confidence. The headphones will allow students to hear stories and lessons that are just for them. Many of my students are young learners who benefit from visual, auditory, and hands-on support, and the use of technology provides immediate feedback and differentiated instruction that helps build confidence and independence. For my English language learners, the iPad will also support vocabulary development, listening comprehension, and language practice in meaningful and accessible ways.\r\n\r\nMy students are curious, enthusiastic, and eager to learn. They thrive when given opportunities to explore, create, and actively participate in their learning environment. This project will help create equitable access to high-quality learning tools that foster inclusion, creativity, and academic growth for all learners. By thoughtfully integrating technology into the classroom, I hope to strengthen student engagement, support diverse learning styles, and provide joyful learning experiences that help every child feel successful and capable","fullyFundedDate":1778092538707,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-tech-for-kinders/10217714/","projectTitle":"Supporting Tech for Kinders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4548897"},{"teacherId":4548897,"projectId":10109236,"letterContent":"This project will provide my young learners with meaningful, hands on opportunities to strengthen foundational math and literacy skills through engaging, multi-sensory learning experiences. By incorporating activities that support sight, sound, touch, and movement, students will be able to build sentences, explore language concepts, and develop early math understanding through manipulatives focused on addition, subtraction, and shapes. These interactive learning stations will encourage independence, collaboration, and active participation while making learning both accessible and enjoyable for all learners.\r\n\r\nFor many of my developmental learners, tactile and sensory-rich experiences are essential in supporting fine motor growth, language development, and early problem-solving skills. These materials will help create a classroom environment where students can learn by doing, exploring, and creating in ways that are developmentally appropriate and engaging. Through these experiences, our keiki will strengthen the foundational skills needed for future academic success while building confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1771722029372,"projectUrl":"project/ela-math-learning-manipulatives-to-the/10109236/","projectTitle":"Ela & Math Learning Manipulatives to the Light of Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4548897"},{"teacherId":4548897,"projectId":10023670,"letterContent":"ndational skills taught during whole group instruction.\r\n\r\nFor my English Learners, the combination of hands on classroom materials and interactive iPad practice was especially beneficial. Students were able to repeatedly hear, see, and practice sight words in context through structured literacy activities, which increased both confidence and independence. The immediate feedback provided through digital learning programs helped students self-correct and remain engaged without always needing direct teacher support.\r\n\r\nThe iPads also provided another modality for learning for students with varying academic needs and learning styles. Some students benefited from visual and auditory supports, while others thrived with the interactive and movement-based components of digital instruction. This flexibility helped create a more inclusive classroom environment where students could access learning in ways that worked best for them.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these resources increased student engagement, stamina, and excitement for learning. Students looked forward to literacy and math centers and were able to practice critical foundational skills in meaningful and developmentally appropriate ways. Thank you for helping provide tools that continue to support student growth, independence, and confidence in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771026579730,"projectUrl":"project/early-literacy-in-a-digital-enhanced-cla/10023670/","projectTitle":"Early Literacy in a Digital-Enhanced Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4548897"},{"teacherId":10102563,"projectId":10104222,"letterContent":"This collection of tools helped transform our classroom into a high-engagement, sensory-friendly, and organized learning environment. By integrating hands-on math manipulatives, flexible seating, and structured, interactive visuals, these items directly supported varied learning needs and helped students build independence.\r\n\r\nHere is the impact of these items:\r\nActive Learning & Engagement: Learning Wrap-Ups Keys and the Magnetic Dry Erase Spinner Wheel turn crucial skill practice (math, language) into engaging games. The spinner adds a gamified element to lessons, keeping students on their feet and actively participating. \r\nSensory Regulation & Focus: Bouncyband Wiggle Feet provide quiet sensory input, allowing students with hyperactivity or anxiety to release energy and remain on-task without disrupting peers.\r\nStructural Organization & Accessibility: The Jumbo Dry Erase Magnetic Notebook Page offers a large-scale visual aid for modeling handwriting and organization, reducing frustration. Metal Mesh Drawer Organizer Trays and Hanging File Folders minimize visual clutter, keeping specialized materials accessible and promoting executive functioning skills.\r\nDaily Routine & Confidence: The Daily Math Practice and Daily Language Review workbooks create a consistent, predictable routine that reduces anxiety, while 3-Ring Binders provide durable organization for student portfolios, fostering a sense of accomplishment.\r\nEmpowered Learning Environment: AA Alkaline High-Performance Batteries keep assistive technology running, ensuring all students have access to tools, while snacks provide the essential energy boost needed for sustained focus throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThese items have collectively created a structured, interactive, and comforting space that allows for individualized learning and improved academic performance.","fullyFundedDate":1771620231694,"projectUrl":"project/art-organization-learning-supplies-and/10104222/","projectTitle":"Art, Organization, Learning Supplies and Snacks Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gallagher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10102563_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768343302793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10102563"},{"teacherId":8820705,"projectId":10092582,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity. Because of your support, our classroom has been transformed into a more vibrant, clean, and engaging place to learn.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYour contributions have touched every corner of our daily routine:\r\n\r\nCreativity & Literacy: The LEGOs and ELA games have turned our \"work time\" into \"playful learning.\" My students are building fine motor skills and literacy confidence simultaneously.\r\n\r\nMovement & Focus: The wobble feet for our chairs have been a game-changer for my kinesthetic learners, helping them stay focused and regulated throughout the day.\r\n\r\nCommunity Building: Our \"Lunch Bunch\" has become the highlight of the week! Sharing popcorn together has created a relaxed space for us to bond and build social skills outside of formal lessons.\r\n\r\nHealth & Wellness: With the Clorox wipes, tissues, and paper towels, you've helped us maintain a healthy environment where we can focus on learning instead of germs.\r\n\r\nIt is truly heartening to know that there are people like you who value education and the well-being of students. You haven't just sent us \"supplies\"—you've sent a message to my students that their education matters.","fullyFundedDate":1771606359444,"projectUrl":"project/annual-revamp/10092582/","projectTitle":"Annual Revamp","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Megan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8820705_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778529524784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8820705"},{"teacherId":7109445,"projectId":10106276,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our students through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, our classroom has been blessed with engaging math games, hands-on learning materials, classroom supplies, and motivational rewards that will make a meaningful impact on student learning every single day. Your donations help create a classroom environment where students can learn with confidence, excitement, and joy.\r\n\r\nThe Math Folder Game Libraries, Power Pen learning cards, and literacy and math games will provide students with opportunities to strengthen foundational skills through interactive and meaningful practice. These activities allow students to build number sense, place value understanding, telling time skills, money concepts, blends, and digraph fluency in ways that are both fun and memorable. The printer, cardstock, pencils, and erasers will also help us prepare high-quality learning materials and ensure students have the tools they need to be successful throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful support goes far beyond supplies. The stickers and reward items help encourage and motivate students as they work hard and celebrate their growth. Many of our students thrive when learning feels positive and engaging, and your generosity helps create those meaningful moments in our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students, investing in their education, and helping us create a learning environment where every child feels supported, encouraged, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1771639312169,"projectUrl":"project/lets-make-learning-fun/10106276/","projectTitle":"Let's Make Learning Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Skedeleski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7109445_orig.jpg?crop=937,937,x22,y134&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673505447540","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7109445"},{"teacherId":9657652,"projectId":10126058,"letterContent":"These new materials have made a powerful difference in our classroom. With workbooks tailored to their individual needs, my students are building key skills in reading, writing, and math through targeted, structured practice.\r\n\r\nReading time is now more engaging and purposeful. In small groups, students focus on skills like fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary using texts that match their levels. This has helped reduce frustration and increase confidence.\r\n\r\nI've seen students who once hesitated to participate now volunteering and taking pride in their work, while others are being challenged in new ways. Every student is growing at their own pace in a supportive environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping my students gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1773847202449,"projectUrl":"project/targeted-tools-for-student-success/10126058/","projectTitle":"Targeted Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maya Hu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hu"},{"teacherId":9476764,"projectId":9881679,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire class, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous gift. Your support has brought several vertical rolling whiteboards and a full set of supplies into our classroom, and the impact was immediate.\r\nBefore these boards arrived, much of our work happened at desks, which can sometimes feel static. Now, our room has transformed into a dynamic \"thinking classroom.\" These vertical surfaces have completely changed how my students engage with their lessons:\r\nRisk-Taking: Because the boards are non-permanent, students are no longer afraid to make mistakes. They dive into tough problems knowing they can easily erase and try again, which has built immense confidence.\r\nActive Collaboration: The rolling boards allow us to create flexible group spaces anywhere in the room. I now see students standing together, debating ideas, and teaching one another in ways that weren't possible before.\r\nVisible Thinking: For me as a teacher, these boards are a game-changer. I can see the \"workings\" of every group at a single glance, allowing me to step in with the right feedback at exactly the right moment.\r\nIt is rare to see a single resource spark so much energy and movement in a learning space. You haven't just given us furniture and markers; you've given my students the freedom to stand up, collaborate, and think out loud.\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for helping us build a more active, engaged, and courageous classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1762771021969,"projectUrl":"project/building-thinking-classrooms-with-vertic/9881679/","projectTitle":"Building Thinking Classrooms with Vertical Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9476764_orig.jpg?crop=1783,1783,x161,y370&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715365862835","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9476764"},{"teacherId":5549054,"projectId":10107041,"letterContent":"This DonorsChoose project created a meaningful bridge between classroom learning and community impact by engaging students in the design and construction of native animal mosaics. Through this process, students didn't just learn about local species—they developed a deeper sense of connection and responsibility toward the environment around them. Researching native animals, understanding their habitats, and translating that knowledge into visual art required students to think critically and creatively. The hands-on nature of mosaic work also strengthened perseverance, problem-solving, and collaboration, as students worked through challenges in design, material use, and construction. For many, this was an opportunity to see their ideas take physical shape in a lasting way, which built confidence and a sense of pride in their work.\r\nBeyond the classroom, the mosaics serve as a visible and lasting contribution to the community. Installed in shared public spaces, they help educate viewers about native species that are often overlooked, fostering greater awareness of local ecosystems and conservation efforts. Community members, families, and visitors are able to engage with the artwork, sparking conversations about the importance of protecting these animals and their habitats. In this way, the project extends its reach far beyond the students who created it, turning their work into a form of public storytelling and environmental advocacy. The mosaics also help beautify spaces that may have previously felt plain or neglected, contributing to a stronger sense of place and pride within the community.\r\nThe long-term impact of this project lies in both the personal growth of the students and the enduring message their work communicates. Students leave the experience with a stronger understanding of how art can be used as a tool for education and change, and with a heightened awareness of their role as stewards of the environment. The project reinforces the idea that young people can make meaningful contributions to their communities, even at an early age. At the same time, the mosaics continue to function as educational landmarks—reminding all who encounter them of the unique wildlife that surrounds them and the shared responsibility to protect it.","fullyFundedDate":1771646762631,"projectUrl":"project/making-mosaics-for-the-community/10107041/","projectTitle":"Making Mosaics for the Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carpenter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5549054_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533698686376","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/courtney-waikiki"},{"teacherId":5920387,"projectId":10108121,"letterContent":"A huge mahalo to our donors for so generously providing us funding to purchase a collaborative work station. Our new \"rainbow table\" is such a welcome addition to our classroom. The table allows me to reach, help, and guide several children at a time. This table allows for our entire tutoring group to sit together and work together as team, being supported simultaneously. The table builds the children's sense of belonging, by working alongside each other. \r\n\r\nIn addition to our beautiful table, the funding was able to proivde us a set of class highlighters. The highlighters are a great tool to teach children how to search for text evidence, read for important details, and help them with test prep.","fullyFundedDate":1771683426681,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-support-furniture/10108121/","projectTitle":"Small group support furniture","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5920387_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1539064977701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mindfulb9"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50876","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":553,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":20,"percentAsian":37,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":8,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":3,"percentMultiracialImputed":33,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.8,"schoolId":50876,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Waikiki Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Waikiki Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/honolulu-school-district/waikiki-elementary-school/50876"}