{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"King Kaumuali'i Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2097767,"projectId":10426334,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to my project. With you help, I was able to renew our classroom subscription to the online platform, Pear Deck. Pear Deck has had such a huge impact on my instruction and on student learning. It allows me to upload my teaching slides and make them interactive. Students are able to use their chromebooks, get personalized slides specific to what we're learning about, and respond. My computer is able to monitor and formatively assess their understanding. It has been so powerful! So thank you for helping my students have access to engaging lessons!","fullyFundedDate":1789163272339,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-through-pear-deck/10426334/","projectTitle":"Engaging Through Pear Deck","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cassler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2097767_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720495794822","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shellycassler"},{"teacherId":8821757,"projectId":10295207,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose! Your kindness and willingness to help provide snacks for my students mean so much to us. Having snacks available helps students feel cared for, comfortable, and ready to learn throughout the school day. Your generosity helps create a positive classroom environment where students can focus on learning and growing.\r\n\r\nI am also incredibly grateful for your support in providing the everyday classroom materials that help keep our classroom running smoothly. These supplies allow me to better support my students' learning needs and provide engaging, meaningful learning experiences. Every contribution makes a difference, and your support helps ensure that my students have the resources they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and our classroom. Your generosity goes beyond providing snacks and supplies—it shows my students that there are people who care about their education and their future. We truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1789163279162,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-fuel-young-minds/10295207/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Fuel Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jacinto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8821757"},{"teacherId":8828390,"projectId":10106062,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your generous donation! Your kindness has truly transformed our outdoor learning and recess area from a dusty, dirty space into a beautiful, comfortable, and welcoming place for our keiki to learn, play, and grow.\r\n\r\nWe sincerely apologize for the delay in sending our thank-you message. We encountered a few unexpected hiccups during installation and needed additional turf and supplies, which extended the time it took to complete the project.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your patience, generosity, and support in helping us create a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable outdoor space for our keiki. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference, and we truly appreciate your investment in our children's learning and happiness.\r\n\r\nMahalo nui loa for making this transformation possible for our school community!","fullyFundedDate":1771632025794,"projectUrl":"project/fake-grass-but-real-learning/10106062/","projectTitle":"Fake Grass, but Real Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Planas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8828390"},{"teacherId":10696524,"projectId":10704461,"letterContent":"This project has made such a meaningful difference in my classroom by helping me create a welcoming, engaging, and collaborative learning environment for my fourth-grade students. As a new teacher, having these resources has allowed me to provide my students with more opportunities to explore, create, share their thinking, and take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboard and colorful classroom supplies have encouraged students to actively participate, work together, and express their ideas in different ways. These materials are especially helpful during our reading, science, and math activities, where students can share their thinking, organize their ideas, and collaborate with their classmates. The classroom books have provided students with more opportunities to choose books that interest them, discover new interests, and build their confidence as readers. Even the everyday essentials, such as tissues, disinfecting wipes, and lamination supplies, have helped me maintain an organized, clean, and inviting classroom with learning materials that we can continue using throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nWhat means the most to me is seeing my students excited to learn, collaborate with their classmates, and feel proud of their classroom. As the school year continues, I look forward to incorporating these resources into more hands-on activities, collaborative learning experiences, and opportunities for students to develop their problem-solving skills.\r\n\r\nThis project has helped me create the kind of learning environment I envisioned for this year—one where students feel comfortable being themselves, know their ideas matter, and are encouraged to grow together. I am truly grateful for the support that has helped make this possible for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1790710085233,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-that-inspires/10704461/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom That Inspires","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10696524"},{"teacherId":8356875,"projectId":10659492,"letterContent":"We're so grateful for your kindness and generous donation! With the updated technology you helped us get, my students were able to create videos with better sound and picture quality, displaying their English speaking skills. \r\nMy students were very excited to use the microphone and light kit. They felt like they were making a YouTube video like the ones they watch. (I was very surprised when my kindergarteners knew right away what the equipment was and how it would be used.)\r\nYour thoughtfulness and generosity will continue to help make my students, their families, and all the teachers involved excited about learning! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1789859231465,"projectUrl":"project/speaking-with-confidence/10659492/","projectTitle":"Speaking With Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Matsunaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8356875_orig.jpg?crop=541,541,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678227855609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8356875"},{"teacherId":8356875,"projectId":10025259,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donations and for believing in our children. Every child has different needs and interests and with your donations, we have been able to reach many of our children's needs and interests to support more reading. \r\nMany of them love the touch and feel books. The older ones love the pop-up informational books. They all love the Dr. Seuss collection books. Because you allowed us to purchase two sets, the students were excited to be able to borrow the books to read them at home with their parents. Parents loved that!\r\nYour donations have made a big impact on our readers! Read! Read! Read!","fullyFundedDate":1776971328360,"projectUrl":"project/more-reading-please/10025259/","projectTitle":"More Reading, Please","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Matsunaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8356875_orig.jpg?crop=541,541,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678227855609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8356875"},{"teacherId":10520608,"projectId":10312952,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! Throughout this month, my students have been engaging with these sensory items while learning to identify and understand how they are feeling. At times, some students feel overstimulated, while others may feel sad or overwhelmed. Having access to these sensory items has helped them calm their bodies, regulate their emotions, and get back on track.\r\n\r\nIt has been wonderful seeing my students learn that when they are having big feelings, they have a safe and comforting way to help themselves feel calm and ready to learn. Your support has truly made a difference in our classroom. Thank you for helping us create calm bodies and ready minds!","fullyFundedDate":1780939059359,"projectUrl":"project/calm-bodies-ready-minds/10312952/","projectTitle":"Calm Bodies, Ready Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corpuz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10520608_orig.jpg?crop=1413,1413,x0,y146&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1789801979686","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10520608"},{"teacherId":8359413,"projectId":10374868,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my kindergarten classroom by providing materials for our Busy Boxes! My students were so excited when they received these materials and could not wait to begin exploring the activities. Their enthusiasm and smiles showed how much they appreciated having new, engaging options to enjoy.\r\n\r\nThese Busy Boxes provide meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities for my students when they finish their assignments early or have free time. As they choose activities, explore materials, and work through challenges, they are building independence, practicing important skills, and learning to make productive choices on their own. The activities keep them engaged while encouraging curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and a love of learning in developmentally appropriate ways.\r\n\r\nI am so grateful for your kindness and generosity. Thank you for helping create a classroom where my kindergartners can learn through play, explore independently, and stay actively engaged while they learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1787769869124,"projectUrl":"project/busy-boxs/10374868/","projectTitle":"Busy Box's","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Domingo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8359413_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x101,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1793660264484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8359413"},{"teacherId":2962139,"projectId":10076351,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my Math That Adds Up project! Your kindness and investment in my students truly mean so much to me.\r\n\r\nAlthough I was not able to obtain the professional development course I originally hoped for, your generosity has provided me with valuable books and resources that will continue to help me grow as an educator. I am excited to take what I learn from these materials and bring it directly into my kindergarten classroom.\r\n\r\nMy goal is to help my students see math as more than just finding the \"right answer.\" I want them to become confident problem solvers and critical thinkers who can explain their ideas, try different strategies, and develop a genuine love and understanding of mathematics.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my classroom and helping me continue to learn and grow alongside my students. Your support will make a meaningful difference in the way my students experience math! ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1778282300670,"projectUrl":"project/math-that-adds-up/10076351/","projectTitle":"Math That Adds Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bennington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2962139_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625108866859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2962139"},{"teacherId":2097767,"projectId":10125824,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my project. With your help I was able to purchase custom tshirts for our Drama Camp students. Through our Drama Camp, students practiced their literacy skills, learned to act, dance, sing, and play ukulele. They also built friendships and boosted their confidence. It was amazing to see the students grow throughout the camp. \r\n\r\nThis year, we worked on the play, The Wizard of Oz. The students put on a culminating performance for their families and friends. They wore their new Drama Shirts with pride. It gave them a unified look! \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us put our show together!","fullyFundedDate":1782757310631,"projectUrl":"project/dressed-to-impress/10125824/","projectTitle":"Dressed to Impress!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cassler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2097767_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720495794822","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shellycassler"},{"teacherId":3793200,"projectId":9782889,"letterContent":"Our new classroom resources have helped create a more organized and engaging learning environment for my students. The organizational materials have made it easy for students to independently find and put away supplies, while the new puzzles have become a favorite during indoor recess or when their is any free down time towards the end of our day. Students are building critical thinking and teamwork skills as they work together to complete puzzles.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were thrilled! They couldn't wait to explore the new puzzles and were excited to see everything neatly organized and ready for them. It was wonderful to watch them eagerly choose a puzzle, encourage one another, and celebrate when they completed one together. They even wanted me to take pictures of them as they finished a puzzle in groups.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, we'll use these resources during early finisher activities. Thank you for making these meaningful learning experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1759609974518,"projectUrl":"project/tidy-minds-motivated-minds/9782889/","projectTitle":"Tidy Minds, Motivated Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moravek","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3793200_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480105521498","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-bucao"},{"teacherId":8359413,"projectId":10352947,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to our Calm Down Corner. Your kindness is making a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThis space will give students a safe, comfortable place to take a break, calm their bodies, manage big emotions, and practice positive coping strategies. It will help them understand that all feelings are okay and that there are healthy ways to work through them.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a caring classroom where every child feels supported, understood, and ready to learn. I truly appreciate your generosity and the impact you are making for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1783439652090,"projectUrl":"project/calm-down-friends/10352947/","projectTitle":"Calm Down Friends!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Domingo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8359413_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x101,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1793660264484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8359413"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55077","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":493,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":52,"percentAsian":24,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":17,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":23,"percentMultiracialImputed":29,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":54.5,"schoolId":55077,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about King Kaumuali'i Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"King Kaumuali'i Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/kapaa-kauai-waimea-school-district/king-kaumualii-elementary-school/55077"}