{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":46.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9428769,"projectId":9772086,"letterContent":"One thing I've learned as a teacher is this: it's hard to think clearly when you're hungry. This project helped remove that barrier for my students.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided have quietly but powerfully supported our learning environment. Instead of students trying to push through rumbling stomachs or low energy in the middle of a lesson, they now have access to a quick boost that helps them reset and refocus. It has made a noticeable difference during longer math blocks, test prep days, and small-group rotations.\r\n\r\nWhat I love most is how it has strengthened our classroom community. We treat our snack station with respect — students take only what they need, say thank you, and understand that these were provided by generous people who believe in them. That awareness alone builds gratitude and responsibility.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I've been able to extend learning time, offer after-school help without worrying about students feeling drained, and create a space where students feel cared for beyond academics. When students feel supported physically, they show up stronger mentally.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping fuel not just their bodies, but their confidence and perseverance. Your kindness truly feeds both brains and hearts in our classroom. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1759428416720,"projectUrl":"project/brains-games-and-yummy-gains/9772086/","projectTitle":"Brains, Games, and Yummy Gains!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9428769_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704770110453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9428769"},{"teacherId":9428769,"projectId":9676339,"letterContent":"I truly wish you could have been in the room when everything arrived. My students' faces said it all — excitement, curiosity, and that special kind of joy that comes from knowing someone out there cares about them and their learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom now has tools that support both learning and motivation in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nFrom the new stapler and paper cutter that help us prepare organized projects, to the math games and tangram puzzles that bring concepts to life, every item has already become part of our daily routine. Even the snack packs have made a difference — they help keep students energized and focused, especially during longer lessons and review days.\r\n\r\nThe math resources, like the Division Tower game and tangram puzzles, have been especially impactful. Students are practicing problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork in a hands-on way. Instead of simply completing worksheets, they are collaborating, strategizing, and explaining their thinking to one another. It's been wonderful to see students who may feel unsure about math light up when learning feels like play.\r\n\r\nThe classroom tools have also made our space more efficient and student-centered. Students are independently preparing materials for projects, organizing their work, and taking pride in creating neat, polished final products. These small tools build big confidence.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll continue incorporating the math games into small-group rotations and enrichment time. We're also using the tangram puzzles as part of a geometry and spatial reasoning mini-unit, connecting hands-on exploration to academic vocabulary and written explanations.\r\n\r\nThank you for being part of our classroom story. Your support goes far beyond supplies — it creates opportunities, confidence, and moments my students will remember. 💙","fullyFundedDate":1758757672849,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-success-creating-a-conducive/9676339/","projectTitle":"Empowering Success: Creating a Conducive Learning Environment for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9428769_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704770110453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9428769"},{"teacherId":9428769,"projectId":9303945,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has truly transformed — not just physically, but in mindset and responsibility.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived — the Swiffer mops, Clorox disinfecting wipes, broom and dustpan sets, scrapers, and cleaning refills — my students were SO excited. You would think we opened a box of new tech gadgets! Instead, they saw something even more powerful: tools that showed them their learning space matters.\r\n\r\nThe very first day we used the materials, we launched what we now call our \"Clean Team Challenge.\" Students were assigned rotating classroom jobs — sweepers, desk sanitizers, supply organizers, and floor monitors. Using the Swiffer 2-in-1 dry and wet mops, students cleaned up after a hands-on math activity where manipulatives had been scattered across the floor. They proudly wiped down desks with the Clorox wipes after group work and made sure our reading corner stayed tidy.\r\n\r\nOne specific moment that stood out: after using the Febreze lavender-scented mopping cloths for the first time, one student said, \"Miss, it smells like we're in a brand-new classroom!\" Another student told me, \"It feels better to learn when it's clean.\" That right there showed me this project was about more than cleaning — it was about pride and ownership.\r\n\r\nWe are now using these supplies daily. Instead of me doing all the upkeep, students take responsibility for maintaining their environment. It has reduced distractions, increased focus, and even strengthened teamwork. They've learned that a productive classroom doesn't just happen — it's built and maintained together.\r\n\r\nWhat's next?\r\nWe are integrating this into our classroom economy and responsibility system. Students earn points for teamwork and care of materials, which connects directly to our personal finance and real-world responsibility lessons. We're also planning a \"Before and After\" data project where students will collect data on time spent cleaning versus time saved during transitions — tying cleanliness directly into efficiency and math skills!\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are learning life skills beyond academics: responsibility, collaboration, and pride in their shared space.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in not just a cleaner classroom — but a brighter, more empowered group of learners. We are so grateful for your support! 💛","fullyFundedDate":1756731485395,"projectUrl":"project/from-mess-to-success-keeping-our-classr/9303945/","projectTitle":"From Mess to Success: Keeping Our Classroom Clean and Bright!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9428769_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704770110453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9428769"},{"teacherId":2338935,"projectId":9899025,"letterContent":"This has been one of the most rewarding art projects of my art teaching career. We spent approximately 6 weeks from start to finish. When we began the project, I only had written instructions to go by. There were many firsts and many adjustments along the way. Using the spray foam was exciting for the students. They loved spraying it out onto the foil, and they were blown away when the students saw how it expanded when it dried. This donation gave us the spray foam, but there were many other steps to the finished products you see in the photos. Students had to think critically about their foam forms and choose to carve away parts of them to enhance the shape and contours. Once the forms were mounted to the bases, students used plaster wrap to give the foam more stability and then finished with a few layers of papier-mache. Then, students had to create a color scheme plan in their sketchbooks. Finally, the layers of paint were applied and finished with interesting mark-making details like lines and dots. In the end, we have a unique and colorful abstract coral garden that will be displayed at our student art show in May.","fullyFundedDate":1763668680110,"projectUrl":"project/making-organic-shape-sculptures/9899025/","projectTitle":"Making Organic Shape Sculptures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frasier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2338935_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723396323606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/leslie-frasier"},{"teacherId":9343605,"projectId":9773251,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our \"Printer, Supplies, and a Clean Space for Learning!\" project to life. Having a printer right here in our space has been a total game-changer, giving me the convenience to print out what I need the second a student or staff member needs it. I've already put it to work creating bright, fun flyers to promote our afterschool activities.\r\n\r\nBeyond the tech, the cleaning and organizational supplies have transformed our room into a much more professional and welcoming environment. With so many students coming through these doors every afternoon, staying on top of the mess is a constant battle, but having the right tools makes it easy to keep things sanitized and tidy. Your generosity hasn't just provided us with \"stuff\"—it has provided the infrastructure we need to run a high-quality program where students feel proud to spend their time.","fullyFundedDate":1759201272311,"projectUrl":"project/printer-supplies-and-a-clean-space-fo/9773251/","projectTitle":"\"Printer, Supplies, and a Clean Space for Learning!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bragg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343605"},{"teacherId":9343605,"projectId":8219057,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom supplies refresh. After a long semester of hard work, our \"communal\" bins were looking pretty empty, and your donation has completely revitalized our workspace. Having a fresh stock of basics like glue sticks, colored pencils, highlighters, scissors, and Expo markers means that my students can dive straight into their projects without the frustration of hunting for a working tool. Even the organizational \"boring\" stuff—the folders, staples, and binder clips—makes a massive difference in keeping our daily chaos manageable and our student work organized.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have been an absolute game-changer for our focused learning time. In a busy classroom, it can be tough for students to concentrate on digital assignments or reading programs with so much background noise. These headphones allow each student to plug in, tune out the distractions, and really engage with their individual lessons at their own pace. Your support has not only provided us with physical tools but has also created a much calmer, more professional environment where my students feel truly prepared to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1712710312956,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-refresh/8219057/","projectTitle":"Classroom Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bragg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343605"},{"teacherId":9542177,"projectId":9723323,"letterContent":"Thank gou so much for your generous contribution to my classroom. The incentives that were provided in this package were greatly appreciated by my students. The students in my advisory class play the board games often in the morning before school starts, and it creates a positive start to their day. The comfy chair is also extremely popular with students who are finished with their work and want to relax. Overall, my students and I are so grateful for donors like you who make our classroom a little brighter every day. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1760657060986,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-fun-for-everyone/9723323/","projectTitle":"Classroom Fun For Everyone!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mirando","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9542177"},{"teacherId":8823807,"projectId":9773486,"letterContent":"The new resources have brought a wonderful sense of community and excitement to our classroom as we wrapped up the first semester. Each of my students received a personalized stocking filled with a thoughtful note, candy canes, toy, and hot chocolate. It was more than just a gift; it provided a much-needed moment of joy and connection before the winter break. Beyond the festivities, we've even found practical uses for the remaining supplies—the leftover cups have been a lifesaver for students who forget their water bottles, ensuring everyone stays hydrated and focused during the day.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, the reaction was pure delight. It created an atmosphere of warmth and gratitude that made our final days of the term truly special.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are taking that high energy into our 8th-grade math lessons! We are currently finding creative ways to incorporate \"Just Dance\" into our curriculum to help students visualize patterns, ratios, and coordinate geometry through movement. Our next step is to use these active breaks to collect real-time data, which the students will then graph and analyze. Your support didn't just provide a holiday treat—it helped build the positive momentum we need to dive into a successful second semester.","fullyFundedDate":1759345234271,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-send-off-graduation-and-holiday-c/9773486/","projectTitle":"Sweet Send-Off: Graduation and Holiday Cheer for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Madruga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823807"},{"teacherId":8826146,"projectId":9772600,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support for my students in the classroom. They have shown great growth while being able to not only construct the chairs that were donated, but using them to move their bodies to ensure their brains are able to focus.\r\n\r\nAll of the prizes have really set a bar for motivation, and all of the book are pushing my students to think and dream beyond the edges of our little island. They have seen their dreams come to life, and are able to see different styles of writing from many different authors.\r\n\r\nWe have held book conferences where students get to discuss what they are reading, make predictions about what could happen, and our plans are that we are going to potentially write new epilogues to some of our old favorite stories. \r\nThis is all inspired because my students know that we believe in them!","fullyFundedDate":1759198942287,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-show-we-can-grow-and-be-proud/9772600/","projectTitle":"Help Us Show We Can Grow and Be Proud","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8826146_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738051421736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826146"},{"teacherId":10296004,"projectId":9781485,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity. When the boxes arrived, my students were absolutely buzzing with excitement! Watching them unbox the alternative seating was a highlight; several students immediately asked if they could \"try out the new chairs\" to help them focus during independent reading. The privacy dividers were also an instant hit, with one student remarking that their desk now felt like a \"private office\" where they could finally think clearly without distractions. It was heartwarming to see them realize that people they have never met care so deeply about their comfort and learning environment.\r\nThese resources have completely transformed our daily classroom rhythm. We are currently using the headphone storage bags as part of our \"Tech Care Station,\" which has taught the students a new level of responsibility and organization. A specific moment that stood out was during our recent literacy block: instead of the usual chaos of tangled wires and distracted wandering, students calmly grabbed their protected headphones, set up their privacy dividers, and settled into their choice of alternative seating. The room was filled with a sense of mental clarity and purpose that simply wasn't there before. The safety of our technology is now guaranteed, and the students feel a true sense of ownership over their space.\r\nLooking ahead, these materials will be the backbone of our routine as we progress through our learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1759593449548,"projectUrl":"project/organized-minds-learn-best/9781485/","projectTitle":"Organized Minds Learn Best!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stepath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10296004"},{"teacherId":3305252,"projectId":9782698,"letterContent":"Having the binders and pocketed folders has been a game changer for my students. The students who have needed these materials are now organized for each of their 9 periods. Being organized has made a huge difference for them, they now no longer are spending time during class fumbling through their backpacks to find necessary worksheets. There is now a sense of ease and relief that they know exactly where everything is.\r\n When I shared the project with my students they were surprised at all of the materials I had received in the mail. I explained the project and those students who needed a new binder or a few folders were very grateful. I have left out a few binders and folders and the students know that at anytime they can come and grab what they need. Other teachers on my team are also thankful that there is an abundant supply for our students. The teachers know that they can send students over at anytime to take what they need as well.\r\n What I would like to continue is encouraging the 8 other teachers on my team to do weekly binder checks with their advisory classes. Working to ensure that all students are organized and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1759607885371,"projectUrl":"project/get-your-stuff-together/9782698/","projectTitle":"Get Your Stuff Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3305252"},{"teacherId":8823807,"projectId":9710936,"letterContent":"We used the Barbies in our 8th grade math bungee jump project to model linear relationships and make learning hands-on and memorable. The health supplies are available daily, and students independently come in the mornings to brush their teeth or grab deodorant when they need it, helping them feel ready to learn.\r\n\r\nStudents were excited and genuinely surprised, especially by the Barbies being used for math! Many also expressed relief and gratitude for the hygiene supplies, sharing that it made them feel cared for and more comfortable at school.\r\n\r\nStudents are now analyzing their bungee data, creating graphs, and justifying their calculations. We are also continuing to build routines around self-care so students can focus, participate, and show up confidently every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758757672613,"projectUrl":"project/barbie-bungee-and-basic-needs/9710936/","projectTitle":"Barbie, Bungee, and Basic Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Madruga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823807"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_69801","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":826,"numTeachers":62,"percentFrplEligible":48,"percentAsian":25,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":20,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":53.7,"schoolId":69801,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/kapaa-kauai-waimea-school-district/chiefess-kamakahelei-mid-school/69801"}