{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waikiki Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8390643,"projectId":10107595,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation for my students. The excitement shown on my students' faces when they saw the new books and games was priceless. Then the snacks provided them power to sustain their energy during after school tutoring. The snack are gone now, and the books and games will be used for many years by students in coming years. \r\n\r\nMy students enjoy the variety and topics of the materials, and practicing reading sparks their interest to dig deeper, ask questions, and search for more information! I would not be able to afford to purchase these materials on my own, and they are no funds to purchase them through my school, so I am extra, extra grateful for the opportunity to provide these quality materials for this year's students and those in years to come.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nShelly Hecker","fullyFundedDate":1771775965235,"projectUrl":"project/tutoring-students-need-engaging-material/10107595/","projectTitle":"Tutoring Students Need Engaging Materials and are Hungry!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hecker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8390643"},{"teacherId":8974812,"projectId":10105767,"letterContent":"Our new rug has made our cozy book nook a million times more inviting. The students have been gravitating to the space naturally! As a special ed teacher, it is incredibly rewarding each time I use the story time kits because all students have frequent opportunities to interact with the text using actions or props from the kit. And because these items are interesting and accessible to all students, our story times have become much more inclusive. My favorite result is seeing students seek out the books and props on their own during student choice times. Mahalo for your incredible generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1771629801792,"projectUrl":"project/increasing-student-engagement-with-highl/10105767/","projectTitle":"Increasing Student Engagement With Highly Interactive Story Times","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8974812_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677749373774","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974812"},{"teacherId":9657652,"projectId":10107943,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity. Your support has given us access to dynamic Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) resources that are completely changing how my students learn.\r\n\r\nWhile many of you use technology daily for work or home, here is how it is uniquely making an impact in our classroom:\r\n\r\nTailored Learning: Textbooks often offer a one-size-fits-all approach, but my students all learn differently. This digital platform allows me to instantly access visual supports and differentiated materials, breaking down complex concepts so every student can succeed.\r\n\r\nActive Engagement: The students are most excited by the interactivity. Instead of staring at a flat page, they are engaging with vibrant, hands-on activities. It turns abstract lessons into an exciting, tangible challenge.\r\n\r\nBuilding Confidence: This has been a game-changer for students who used to struggle or shut down with traditional worksheets. Because I can discreetly tailor assignments to their exact needs, these students are experiencing immediate success. This boost has given them the confidence to take risks and participate proudly in class.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just fund materials for a classroom, you unlocked moments of pride, confidence, and a genuine love for learning. Thank you for empowering my students every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1776105463559,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-engaging-learning-with-tpt-res/10107943/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Engaging Learning With TpT Resources","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":7937020,"projectId":10114194,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my students were able to lead 12 walking tours, including other children and families from our school. We conducted two main walking tours. One was a tour of the 15 canoe plants in our school garden, and the other was a historical tour of our neighborhood.\r\nParticipants on all of our tours were able to take detailed notes using brand new clipboards and pens. Best of all, we were able to give each participant a beautiful homemade sticker, designed by students from our class and individually colored. No two were alike! \r\nMy students were THRILLED to receive these materials, and every aspect of our tours was enhanced thanks to your generosity. We were able to make dozens of cool stickers (that are now visible on water bottles all over campus!), take over 200 people on interactive walking tours, and we stayed fully energized the whole time thanks to the snacks you provided. \r\nNext year, my class will present a whole new round of tours. We will definitely lead tours of canoe plants and our neighborhood, but we will also design a tour of the native plant species in our area. I might even ask students to innovate a brand new walking tour of their own! Thank you so much for taking our walking tours to the next level. You made our learning experiences so much better.","fullyFundedDate":1774448699651,"projectUrl":"project/student-led-walking-tours/10114194/","projectTitle":"Student-Led Walking Tours","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937020_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x111,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629412482801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7937020"},{"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":8389288,"projectId":10123530,"letterContent":"Thank you for this gift! The books arrived just in time for the students in this current class to read and enjoy them before the summer break begins! Several of the students especially love the language books. These new books are nurturing little minds and their love for reading, which is essential for lifelong learning. As they head into summer, I'm confident they will continue reading in the summer and be ready for a new school year. Thank you so much for your generous donation for the children!!","fullyFundedDate":1778102606128,"projectUrl":"project/new-books/10123530/","projectTitle":"New Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yasuda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8389288"}],"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"}