{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elsie Wilcox Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8365255,"projectId":10104366,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation towards my Spotlight on the Stars project. \r\n\r\nWhile these tools look like party or stage supplies at home, in an educational and arts setting, they are vital interactive learning tools.\r\n\r\nThe Portable Speaker & Light Projector: These don't just play music; they create an immersive environment that teaches students focus, spatial awareness, and timing. In performing arts, learning how to sync movement to audio cues or position oneself according to lighting changes is a core technical skill.\r\n\r\nThe Tech-Backed Stage: Operating and performing with this technology gives students a taste of real-world production. It teaches them accountability, technical discipline, and how a modern performance comes together behind the scenes. It transforms a standard school room into a professional laboratory where they learn the mechanics of storytelling.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe absolute most exciting part for the students is the instant transformation it brings to their hard work.\r\n\r\nTo a young performer, the introduction of a high-quality portable speaker and dynamic lighting means their program is being taken seriously. It elevates their rehearsals from \"practicing in a classroom\" to \"preparing for a real stage.\" The light projector and stage lights add a magical, professional element that instantly boosts their energy. It makes them feel like the true artists they are, turning an ordinary afternoon into an extraordinary, high-stakes creative experience.\r\n\r\nFor the kids who struggle to find their voice or tend to blend into the background, the stage lighting and audio setups have been a game-changer. There is a beautiful psychological shift that happens when the \"stage lights\" go on—it gives them a supportive layer of armor. We have watched introverted students completely step out of their shells and confidently project their voices and movements because the technology makes the space feel like a real, sacred performance area.\r\n\r\nNot every student wants to be center stage, and this technology has given our behind-the-scenes kids a crucial role. Students who are naturally drawn to how things work have warmed to organizing the setups, managing the speaker cues, and coordinating the visual elements. It has fostered incredible teamwork, allowing our analytical thinkers and our expressive performers to collaborate and build something beautiful together.","fullyFundedDate":1771516011899,"projectUrl":"project/spotlight-on-the-stars-our-creative-art/10104366/","projectTitle":"Spotlight on the Stars: Our Creative Arts Spring Finale!","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":10103530,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project, Markers, Memories, and Motivation: Our 3rd Grade Finale! Your support has brought so much sunshine into our classroom during these high-energy final weeks of the school year. With the vibrant markers and creative resources you provided, my 3rd graders are completely engaged in bringing their end-of-year ocean adventure memory books and Boys' Day coloring pages to life, transforming simple reflections into beautiful, colorful keepsakes they will cherish for a lifetime. Furthermore, the supplies have helped fuel our classroom's \"Sunshine Cart,\" which boosts daily motivation and ensures every child feels celebrated and equipped to finish the year strong. We are so grateful for your investment in our students' creativity and happiness—mahalo nui loa for making our 3rd-grade finale absolutely unforgettable!","fullyFundedDate":1771450240734,"projectUrl":"project/markers-memories-and-motivation-our-3/10103530/","projectTitle":"Markers, Memories, and Motivation: Our 3rd Grade Finale","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":10442275,"projectId":10120540,"letterContent":"When the boxes finally arrived and we unboxed the materials together, the classroom erupted into pure joy. I wish you could have seen their faces! There was a palpable sense of excitement that spilled right out into the hallway.\r\n\r\nFor these kids, seeing the tangible \"goodies\" and celebration treats made their upcoming graduation feel real. After a year of intense focus, their eyes lit up seeing that a community of supporters cared enough to send these special resources just for them. It instantly turned a standard school day into an unforgettable celebration of their hard work.\r\n\r\nOne of my quietest students looked around the room and said, \"I didn't know people who don't even know us would want to celebrate our graduation.\" That exact moment captured the true impact of your generosity. These resources are doing so much more than providing a party; they are serving as a tangible reminder to these 5th graders that their hard work is seen, valued, and cheered on by a whole community as they take this big step forward.","fullyFundedDate":1776971328549,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-graduation-celebration-goodi/10120540/","projectTitle":"5th Grade Graduation & Celebration Goodies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cruz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10442275"},{"teacherId":7386129,"projectId":10110036,"letterContent":"I want to start off by thanking you for your generous donation to our 1st grade class. Through your generosity, we were able to purchase a much needed brand new laptop, fast charging laptop charger, and a wireless clicker presentation remote. It has been a game changer in my instruction! \r\n\r\nI am using the laptop to present our digital curriculum directly to my Promethean board, which has been so much smoother and faster, thanks to the new laptop's capabilities. No more waiting for curriculum to load while watching the spinning icon on the screen! There is little to no wait time, in which the students might become restless and behaviors become an issue. The speed and memory capabilities of this computer has provided a huge step up from my 2023 laptop that I previously used. \r\n\r\nThe wireless presentation clicker remote allows me the freedom to roam about the classroom while continuing instruction, so that I can continue teaching while simultaneously doing formative assessments of student work to ensure their understanding and attention.\r\n\r\nThe fast charging laptop charger has gotten me out of sticky situations by allowing my laptop to quickly recharge without having to move any equipment around and continue my instruction throughout the day (nonstop use of the laptop to project our lessons throughout the day is required). It is easy to use and highly efficient. \r\n\r\nWe are truly appreciative for your generosity in helping us to further the education of our students in effective ways through the use of sophisticated technology!","fullyFundedDate":1771772443278,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-education-one-laptop-endles/10110036/","projectTitle":"Empowering Education: One Laptop, Endless Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7386129"},{"teacherId":1893549,"projectId":10104266,"letterContent":"Now that we are well into testing season, the students have enjoyed the delicious pre-test snacks prior to testing each morning. Along with a little motivational note on their desk, they look forward to seeing what little treat will be on their desk that day when they come into the classroom.\r\n\r\nWith the cart that I was able to get, it perfectly holds all of the snacks and testing materials that are needed for testing and keeps everything well organized in one place. \r\n\r\nAll of the materials have provided my students a positive and comfortable testing environment and is just a little extra motivator to do their very best on their first year of state testing!","fullyFundedDate":1771533047345,"projectUrl":"project/getting-my-students-test-ready/10104266/","projectTitle":"Getting My Students Test Ready","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sugihara Yuh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1893549_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454620649972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teachingfromtheheart"},{"teacherId":10427099,"projectId":10110753,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support. My students have been using the mats to calm down, tumble, jump on which promotes sensory regulations. I have many students with Autism and many students have sensory seeking behaviors. \r\n\r\nMany of my students have Proprioceptive sensory seeking behaviors where an individual craves intense input to their muscles and joints to feel grounded, regulated, and aware of their body in space. It often appears as high-energy \"heavy work\" or seeking deep pressure, such as jumping, crashing, pushing, or chewing. This behavior helps improve focus and calmness by addressing under-responsiveness in the proprioceptive. \r\n\r\nThis area is used as part of our centers where time. Students are able to rotate to the center for 10 minutes at a time with structured activities like jumping, tumbling, pulling and pushing.\r\n\r\nHaving another area to calm down in and have a safe space to express behaviors is also important since we have many students and may need to separate them. We appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771772507726,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-mat-area/10110753/","projectTitle":"Pre-K Mat Area","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10427099"},{"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":2957379,"projectId":10105881,"letterContent":"When the SEL Sanctuary materials first arrived, my students were immediately excited and curious. The cozy pink chairs, soft blankets, and calming sensory tools transformed a corner of our classroom into a welcoming space where students could pause, reset, and refocus. Many students eagerly explored the magnetic blocks, social-emotional games like Guess Who? and Connect 4, and our new \"Choice Board\" area created with the storage bins and tagboard. One special moment happened during Morning Meeting when a student who often struggles with frustration asked to use the sanctuary space independently. After spending a few quiet minutes building with the magnetic blocks and using calming strategies we practiced together, they were able to rejoin the class feeling calm and ready to learn. It was a huge step toward self-regulation and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe games and SEL materials have quickly become part of our daily classroom routines. Students are using the social-emotional games to practice turn-taking, teamwork, emotional vocabulary, and problem-solving skills during small group time and brain breaks. The snacks and reward items have also helped us celebrate positive choices and classroom milestones, creating stronger connections and encouraging kindness among classmates. My students especially love using the sanctuary during independent work time when they need a quiet emotional reset before returning to academic tasks.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom now has a safe and supportive environment where students can learn how to manage emotions, build healthy relationships, and feel successful at school. Moving forward, we will continue using these resources during SEL lessons, Morning Meetings, and calming breaks throughout the day. Thank you for giving my students tools that support not only their academic growth, but also their emotional well-being and confidence. Your support has truly made a lasting impact on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1771618679556,"projectUrl":"project/reset-reconnect-building-an-sel-sanct/10105881/","projectTitle":"Reset & Reconnect: Building an SEL Sanctuary","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pillos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2957379_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454557689670","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-pillos"},{"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. 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