{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elsie Wilcox Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2365568,"projectId":10104501,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our creative arts program. The moment the new ukuleles arrived in our classroom, the atmosphere shifted instantly. Seeing the genuine excitement and eagerness on my students' faces as they opened the boxes to their new ukuleles was truly heartwarming; they were ready to dive into music-making immediately, and that enthusiasm has carried over into every lesson since.\r\nYour contribution has solved a significant challenge for us. Previously, we struggled with a shortage of working instruments, forcing students to share or attempt to play broken, unusable equipment, which often stifled their progress and motivation. Thanks to your gift, every single student now has their own high-quality ukulele to play during class. This shift has not only boosted their confidence and individual participation but has also allowed our class to function as a cohesive, professional ensemble.\r\nProviding these instruments has given my students a sense of ownership and pride that extends well beyond the classroom walls. Your investment in their creative growth has opened doors for them to learn, collaborate, and express themselves in ways that simply weren't possible before. We are so incredibly thankful for your belief in our program and for giving our students the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1771516110379,"projectUrl":"project/four-strings-big-dreams/10104501/","projectTitle":"Four Strings, Big Dreams!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muraoka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2365568_orig.jpg?crop=1013,1013,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597196347498","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2365568"},{"teacherId":7412745,"projectId":9775842,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to share that our creative space is currently buzzing with activity, all thanks to your wonderful donation of air-drying clay, high-quality paintbrushes, and tempera cakes. There is something uniquely special about working with three-dimensional forms, and your gift has allowed our little artists to move their imagination off the page and into their hands.\r\n The air sry clay has been a hit! Because it doesn't require a kiln, our artists get the instant gratification of sculpting and the patience-building experience of watching their creations harden over time.\r\n Tempera Cakes have been a life saver in the art room. They provide rich, opaque color that is easy to manage, making sure each piece gets the beautiful finish it deserves without the waste of liquid paints. Itʻs also easier for our young artists to use.\r\nYour kindness has provided the materials for so many new creations. Thank you for being such a vital part of our journey in art!","fullyFundedDate":1759440818003,"projectUrl":"project/under-the-sea-creating-and-expressing/9775842/","projectTitle":"Under the Sea!- Creating and Expressing Ourselves Through Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nii","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7412745"},{"teacherId":7412745,"projectId":10105190,"letterContent":"What a difference it makes to have the right tools to create art! Our students are loving the versatility of the mixed media paper and markers! It's one thing to have an idea for a piece of art. It's another thing entirely to have the professional-grade tools to bring it to life. Your gift provides more than just \"supplies\"—it provides a canvas for expression and the freedom to experiment. The mixed media paper is a game-changer for us. Its versatility allows our artists to layer watercolors as well as turn markers into paint. The excitement on the studentsʻ faces is priceless. Thank you for investing in our vision and for putting the right tools in the hands of our little artists.","fullyFundedDate":1771562840478,"projectUrl":"project/bring-on-the-bling/10105190/","projectTitle":"Bring on the BLING!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nii","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7412745"},{"teacherId":9470999,"projectId":10106261,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! The arrival of the iPad, noise-canceling headphones, and sensory chews has completely transformed the way my students navigate their school day. Because of you, I no longer have to rely on guesswork or delayed notes to understand my students' progress. With the iPad, I am now able to track real-time behavioral and academic data at the exact moment learning happens. This allows me to make informed, tailored instructional choices that meet each student exactly where they are, ensuring that no breakthrough goes unnoticed and no challenge goes unsupported.\r\n\r\nOne of the most moving impacts of your gift has been seeing our students participate in our Kindergarten Ohana assembly. For my noise-sensitive learners, these school-wide events were previously too overwhelming to attend. However, equipped with their new noise-canceling headphones, they were able to sit proudly with their peers, feeling calm and regulated despite the cheering and music. They weren't just \"present\"—they were part of the community. Seeing them smile and engage alongside their classmates is a direct result of your kindness.\r\n\r\nThe oral chews and SEL supports have also provided a much-needed sense of peace in our room. My students are now using these tools to self-regulate, turning moments of potential frustration into opportunities for focus. You have given my students a \"voice\" and a sense of belonging that they didn't have before. Thank you for believing in their potential and for giving us the tools to succeed together.","fullyFundedDate":1771768911599,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-calm-and-data-driven-connection/10106261/","projectTitle":"Sensory Calm and Data-Driven Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cremer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470999"},{"teacherId":2995413,"projectId":9776377,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom at Elsie Wilcox Elementary. Because of you, our students now have access to engaging, hands-on resources that are transforming the way they learn every day.\r\nWith our new math manipulatives, students are able to move beyond abstract concepts and truly experience mathematics in a meaningful way. Tools like fraction tiles, geometry kits, and measurement sets allow them to explore, collaborate, and build a deeper understanding of complex ideas. These materials have already sparked curiosity and encouraged students to think critically and work together to solve problems.\r\nOur classroom environment has also been greatly enhanced. The addition of organized bookshelves has created an inviting and accessible library space where students can independently choose books and take ownership of their reading. This has helped foster a sense of responsibility and excitement around learning.\r\nThe incentives you provided are helping us build a positive classroom culture. Students are learning to practice self-regulation, celebrate their growth, and support one another. These small but meaningful rewards contribute to a classroom community where all students feel valued and motivated.\r\nAdditionally, the label printer and organization supplies have made a lasting impact. With clearly labeled materials, students can independently access and return resources, reducing confusion and saving valuable instructional time. This organization not only supports daily routines but also ensures that these resources will be maintained and used for years to come.\r\nIn a classroom where many students come from low-income households, your support makes a significant difference. You have helped provide equitable access to high-quality learning tools and created opportunities that empower every student to succeed.\r\nThank you for making our classroom a place where students can explore, grow, and thrive. Your generosity is appreciated more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1759497515572,"projectUrl":"project/access-and-organization-flexible-learni/9776377/","projectTitle":"Access and Organization: Flexible Learning Tools for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Imai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2995413_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648078343303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jimenez3"},{"teacherId":8842724,"projectId":9873973,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding some of the essentials to make my new EL classroom feel whole! As a second year teacher in a specialty department, it can sometimes be difficult to get all the materials I need for my students, so I am truly grateful for this opportunity!\r\nReading is essential in my classrooms because it allows me to open up avenues for my students to adequately learn the English language in a fun and engaging way. Not only are my students reading, but they are reading a variety of books that interest them and that they can see themselves in. \r\nThrough these new books, students are able to learn about SEL which is important when there are cultural differences from home and school. Students are learning about different cultures through these books, especially cultures that their fellow classmates identify with. For example, we just did a unit on Lunar New Year, highlighting a few of my Chinese student's traditions. Students also enjoy seeing characters in the books that look like them, act like them, have the same family life as them, or even had to go through the same struggle of being an EL learner like them. \r\nFor this, I am so grateful for all the help so that students in my room feel welcome and safe in a place where it can be very overwhelming for them.","fullyFundedDate":1762313247886,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-our-english-language-learners/9873973/","projectTitle":"Supporting our English Language Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8842724"},{"teacherId":8365255,"projectId":6959862,"letterContent":"The addition of flexible seating cushion pads and specialized desks has transformed the small group environment into a space where students feel physically supported and mentally ready to engage. In reading and math intervention, where students often face high levels of frustration or anxiety, the ability to settle into a comfortable, ergonomic space helps lower their affective filter. The cushion pads allow students to find a posture that suits their sensory needs, reducing the constant fidgeting or discomfort that often distracts from complex tasks like decoding text or solving multi-step equations. By providing a \"defined\" personal space within the small group, these tools help students ground themselves, leading to longer periods of sustained focus and a more relaxed atmosphere for learning.\r\n\r\nThe positive impact on student learning has been significant, particularly regarding participation and peer collaboration. Because the desks are designed for proximity and the cushions create an inviting \"learning nook\" feel, students are more willing to take risks and share their thinking during math talk or guided reading discussions. This physical comfort translates into increased stamina; students who once struggled to remain engaged for ten minutes are now able to work through a full intervention block with fewer behavioral disruptions. Ultimately, these resources have shifted the classroom dynamic from a rigid, traditional setting to a responsive environment that honors student comfort, directly resulting in higher confidence and improved academic growth in core foundational skills.","fullyFundedDate":1672309085546,"projectUrl":"project/sensational-seating/6959862/","projectTitle":"Sensational Seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nii","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8365255_orig.jpg?crop=1000,1000,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666811599693","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8365255"},{"teacherId":7495010,"projectId":9773297,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our third-grade classroom. When I posted this project, I knew that the end-of-year season would be a whirlwind of big emotions and high stakes, but I didn't fully realize how much your kindness would transform the atmosphere of our room during these pivotal weeks.\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your support means the world to both my students and me.\r\n\r\nIt is so heartening to see members of the community invest in our children's education and well-being. Because of your kindness, my students have the tools and resources they need to feel supported, motivated, and excited about learning every single day.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your belief in our classroom and for helping us make this school year a success!","fullyFundedDate":1759249638146,"projectUrl":"project/sel-in-3rd-grade/9773297/","projectTitle":"SEL in 3rd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kagawa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7495010_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598904177147","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7495010"},{"teacherId":10263943,"projectId":9877254,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, our students are using meaningful resources that enhance both learning and classroom community. The magnet tiles have quickly become a favorite during STEM and math centers, where students build 2D and 3D shapes and work together to complete design challenges. Our Cricut supplies were used for a very special project—we created shirts for our first-grade teachers that represent \"aloha,\" reflecting our school's Hawaiian values of kindness, respect, and unity. Presenting the shirts was a proud and heartfelt moment for everyone involved.\r\n\r\nThe 10-drawer rolling cart has greatly improved teacher organization of papers and materials, allowing me to focus more on small group instruction and individualized support. Our slug night light helps create a peaceful atmosphere during small groups, reducing distractions and supporting classroom management. Students also love the teacher stamps on their graded work and are motivated by incentive stickers on their sticker charts. Connect 4 has encouraged strategic thinking and positive peer interaction during centers and indoor recess.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their excitement was unforgettable—they felt valued knowing others believe in them. As we move forward, we will continue integrating the magnet tiles into deeper STEM challenges and creating projects that reflect our school's values. Your generosity has brought creativity, organization, and aloha into our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1762710585314,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-smiles-helping-first-grade/9877254/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Smiles: Helping First Graders Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wakano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10263943"},{"teacherId":9648194,"projectId":9777973,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, I was able to purchase books that truly resonate with my students' passions. Many of my students are avid fans of Pokemon and Minecraft, and providing them with literature that connects to their hobbies has been a game changer. These books have encouraged their new-found love for reading but it also supports their comprehension and stamina. \r\n\r\nThe engagement has been so successful that it has led to a bit of a \"bittersweet\" challenge for me as a teacher. I will occasionally find the students so captivated by the books that they choose to read at their desk during times meant for other assignments. I remember that exact feeling and I love that my students get to experience the same feeling of getting lost in a good book.\r\n\r\nThank you again for all of your continuous support!","fullyFundedDate":1759498339461,"projectUrl":"project/feeding-minds-fueling-brains/9777973/","projectTitle":"Feeding Minds & Fueling Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matsunaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9648194_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723534738125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9648194"},{"teacherId":10341724,"projectId":9875401,"letterContent":"Since receiving these materials, our classroom has truly come to life. My students use the floor cushions daily during reading centers and small-group instruction, and the calm-down corner tools like the My Feelings Bean Bags and fidget tube have helped students pause, breathe, and return to learning more confidently. The soft string lights and night light have transformed our space into a peaceful, welcoming environment that helps students feel safe and focused throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They eagerly explored the magnetic tiles, math bingo game, and phonics games, working together to build, solve, and play. Several students proudly shared how the calm-down corner helped them feel better when they were upset, and others couldn't wait to sit on the new cushions during read-aloud time. Seeing their smiles and sense of ownership over our classroom has been incredibly meaningful.\r\n\r\nThese resources are also helping us build a strong sense of community beyond our classroom. We used the Cricut to create grade-level shirts for an upcoming school assembly that honors the Hawaiian value of aloha. Teachers worked together to design shirts that represent unity, kindness, and respect, helping bring our grade level together in a visible and meaningful way. This project allowed students to see collaboration, culture, and creativity in action, and it deepened their understanding of aloha as a value we live out every day at school. Thanks to our donors, my students now have a classroom that supports their learning, creativity, and emotional growth every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1762502225276,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-cozy-and-caring-first-grade-c/9875401/","projectTitle":"Creating a Cozy and Caring First Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cezar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10341724"},{"teacherId":9648194,"projectId":9763598,"letterContent":"My students and I have absolutely loved utilizing the new resources in our classroom! Every week, the students have the opportunity to participate in \"Fun Friday\" where they can play with the different board games funded by this project. It has served as a wonderful incentive that motivates the students to work hard throughout the week so that they can \"play even harder\" as a reward for their hard work.\r\n\r\nThese board games have helped my students build stronger bonds inside and outside of the classroom. I love that it provides time away from the screens and gives them the opportunity to still play like a kid. \r\n\r\nI hope to continue expanding our \"Fun Friday\" options with more hands-on learning tools that foster creativity and critical thinking. Thank you for your continuous support!","fullyFundedDate":1758985866136,"projectUrl":"project/books-board-games-bright-futures/9763598/","projectTitle":"Books, Board Games, & Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matsunaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9648194_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723534738125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9648194"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50969","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":743,"numTeachers":51,"percentFrplEligible":50,"percentAsian":24,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":20,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":77.2,"schoolId":50969,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Elsie Wilcox Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Elsie Wilcox Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/kapaa-kauai-waimea-school-district/wilcox-elementary-school/50969"}