{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ilima Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":45.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9688183,"projectId":10104888,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom project! The students were incredibly excited when the new items arrived, and it is already making a huge difference in our daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe students are most excited about how up to date new equipment is. It brings our lessons to life. Whether they are exploring science concepts visually or playing educational math games, they look forward to using these tools every day. Having brand-new equipment makes them feel important and cared for.\r\n\r\nYour support has given my students a wonderful tool and a renewed excitement for school. Thank you for investing in our classroom and our future!","fullyFundedDate":1771620697062,"projectUrl":"project/visual-tools-and-focused-tech-for-englis/10104888/","projectTitle":"Visual Tools and Focused Tech for English Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Doon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9688183"},{"teacherId":10042924,"projectId":10104963,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity. Because of you, our classroom has been completely transformed into a vibrant, dignified, and supportive environment. As a Special Education teacher at a Title 1 school, I see firsthand how the right resources can level the playing field for my resilient scholars. You didn't just fund a project; you sent a powerful message to my students that their education matters.\r\n\r\nStories of Transformation\r\nThere are a few students who have especially blossomed thanks to your support:\r\n\r\nThe Math Breakthrough: One of my students who severely struggles with working memory used to experience intense anxiety during math blocks. Since implementing the color-coded graphic organizers, their hand is the first to go up. The visual cues have lessened their cognitive load, allowing their true math skills to shine.\r\n\r\nThe Power of the \"Reset Corner\": Another student who frequently experiences sensory overload has completely bonded with the new bean bag chair. Instead of a meltdown leading to a lost afternoon of learning, this student now recognizes when they need a break, uses the sensory game in the Reset Corner to calm their nervous system, and returns to their desk proud, focused, and ready to work.\r\n\r\nFueling Minds and Keeping Us Healthy\r\nFinally, the snacks and essential supplies have been absolute lifesavers. We no longer have to pause instruction because a student is distracted by an empty stomach; a quick, healthy snack keeps their focus right where it needs to be. And having basic necessities like tissues and paper towels means we handle the inevitable messes of the day in seconds, keeping our momentum going.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my scholars and investing in their futures. You have provided them with the tools, the comfort, and the dignity they need to truly thrive.\r\n\r\nWith immense gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1771761607804,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focused-minds-color-comfort-a/10104963/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focused Minds: Color, Comfort, and Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10042924_orig.jpg?crop=995,995,x659,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759171464574","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10042924"},{"teacherId":8980479,"projectId":10103273,"letterContent":"The technology donated is helping my students want to come to school and into my classroom. I utilize this technology solely for positive reinforcement. Therefore, students , for the most part are eager to learn when they receive a positive reinforcer or reward. Students were engaged to complete their work because they love the reward of music/DJ mixing. \r\n\r\nThe most exciting thing to my students is the opportunity to mix songs and to learn how to DJ . Practically, almost every student warmed up to DJ mixing.","fullyFundedDate":1771480985930,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-student-engagement-through-dj/10103273/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Student Engagement Through DJ Mixing","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gonzales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8980479"},{"teacherId":8699455,"projectId":9989026,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, the Ilima Book Club successfully launched our Jewelry and Design Lab. This project gave our students a creative outlet to practice geometry, spatial reasoning, and fine motor skills through hands-on making.\r\n\r\nMore importantly, you helped us create a \"safe space\" where students felt confident enough to let their creativity flow. With the new beads, tools, and organization supplies, they learned the value of craftsmanship and responsibility. \r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided were also a huge hit, keeping everyone fueled and focused during our design sessions.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited to see their hard work turn into beautiful, finished jewelry. Your support didn't just provide supplies, it gave our students a sense of pride and a place to truly shine. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1772139580464,"projectUrl":"project/jewelry-design-lab/9989026/","projectTitle":"Jewelry & Design Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8699455_orig.jpg?crop=633,633,x915,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685057172126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8699455"},{"teacherId":1948661,"projectId":9883620,"letterContent":"Both our resource science class and general education class grew hydroponic lettuce in their classroom. Students in the resource science class incorporated the vertical hydroponic tower to better understand how abiotic and biotic factors within the Ecosystem. They incorporated their understanding of the science concepts and applied it to the hydroponic tower. In the general education class, the teacher used the traditional Kratky Method to grow hydroponic to teach about sustainability and how it could be used to offset the high vegetable costs in Hawai'i. Each class took the time to germinate, transplant, and harvest their own vegetables! \r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were extremely excited because they no longer had to bring in their own mixing bowls, utensils, and cleaning supplies. It was a win right off the start! Due to when it was delivered, these teachers will be using this the next school year as they both agreed to continue this effort of growing vegetables and tying it into their curriculums! \r\n\r\nThe next step for this project is to inspire more teachers to make learning relevant for our students. If students are engaged, they will be more eager to learn! Thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1771695594190,"projectUrl":"project/the-flex-farm-initiative-rooted-in-real/9883620/","projectTitle":"The Flex Farm Initiative: Rooted in Real-World Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shinn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1948661_orig.jpg?crop=370,370,x92,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596756983047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1948661"},{"teacherId":9577699,"projectId":10104046,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our new Epson color ink printer, refill inks and colorful cardstock. Since its arrival, our classroom has undergone a vibrant transformation, and the impact on my students' confidence has been wonderful to see.\r\nThe primary way we've used the printer is to document our 3D artwork. While the students put immense effort into their physical sculptures and models, having the ability to produce high-quality, vivid prints of their work allows them to:\r\nCreate Portfolios: Students can now take home professional-looking photos of their projects.\r\nReflect & Critique: Seeing their 3D work translated into 2D prints helps them analyze their designs from new perspectives.\r\nCelebrate Success: We've started an \"Artist's Gallery\" wall where every student's best work is displayed in full color.\r\nBeyond the artwork, this printer has quite literally brightened our room. We are now able to print eye-catching flyers for classroom events, club meetings, and student-led initiatives. These pops of color make our shared space feel more professional, inviting, and organized.\r\nIn a world that is increasingly visual, giving students the tools to present their work with pride is invaluable. Your support didn't just buy us a piece of hardware; you provided a way for my students to see their hard work in its best light.\r\nThank you for investing in our creativity and for making our classroom a much more colorful place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1771516147433,"projectUrl":"project/a-spectrum-of-success-printing-in-full/10104046/","projectTitle":"A Spectrum of Success: Printing in Full Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577699_orig.png?crop=1276,1276,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719425863868","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rcouryclassroom"},{"teacherId":1948661,"projectId":10104329,"letterContent":"We are finally printing our Canva designs! Even though the sublimation printer gave us a slow start, the students are making the best of it. Since they're still learning how to use the heat press on different items like bags and cups, they've decided to gift their first projects to our teachers for Teacher Appreciation instead of selling them. It's a great way for them to practice while giving back to the school.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were genuinely shocked and excited that an organization would invest in their ideas. It created a sense of belonging and desire to learn. \r\n\r\nMoving forward, this project is teaching them market research and empathy. They are actually interviewing their peers to find out what people want to buy before they ever hit \"print.\" It's been incredible to watch them move from being \"shocked\" that they had these resources to taking full ownership of a production cycle, learning that business isn't just about making a product, but about understanding the people you're making it for","fullyFundedDate":1771480641984,"projectUrl":"project/ink-press-success-our-mini-entreprene/10104329/","projectTitle":"Ink, Press, Success: Our Mini-Entrepreneurship Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shinn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1948661_orig.jpg?crop=370,370,x92,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596756983047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1948661"},{"teacherId":1948661,"projectId":9884443,"letterContent":"Our students are officially in production mode, printing the designs they created in Canva! We had a bit of a late start due to some technical hiccups with the sublimation printer, but as we all know, first runs rarely go perfectly. Because they are still mastering the heat press for their bags, pouches, and cups, the students decided to pivot. Instead of selling their first batch, they want to give back by creating \"Thank You\" canvas bags for Teacher Appreciation. \r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were quite shock and asked what it was for. As I explained that it would be their opportunity to learn entrepreneurship to make money to fund our service projects, they got excited. \r\n\r\nOur next steps is to continue to create designs and possibly give back to the school in another capacity. The idea behind this is to create a safe space where students will ask other students what they look for when buying a bag, toiletry bag, or even cups. This would create empathy but see what the market is like prior to making designs. Furthermore, an idea that the students had was to put their products on sale at family nights to sell.","fullyFundedDate":1769177442419,"projectUrl":"project/student-startups-creating-for-a-cause/9884443/","projectTitle":"Student Startups: Creating for a Cause","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shinn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1948661_orig.jpg?crop=370,370,x92,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596756983047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1948661"},{"teacherId":9470103,"projectId":10106523,"letterContent":"Our students and I are absolutely thrilled with the two new sewing machines and the fresh supply of sewing materials, which have completely revitalized our classroom. The students are currently utilizing the machines to master advanced stitching techniques, building their confidence as they transition from basic hand-sewing to machine operation. The diverse selection of new materials has allowed them to unleash their creativity on personalized projects. Having reliable, modern equipment means less time spent troubleshooting jams and more time focused on designing and creating, making our daily studio sessions incredibly productive, collaborative, and inspiring.\r\n\r\nThe students' faces instantly lit up with pure excitement and awe the moment they caught sight of the two brand-new, modern sewing machines and the vibrant array of fresh sewing materials. Many of them couldn't hide their enthusiasm, bursting out with questions about who would get to try the machines first, while others were already inspired, eagerly sorting through the materials for their next creative projects. It was a wonderful, high-energy moment that turned their initial curiosity into instant motivation to start creating.\r\n\r\nNow that our two new sewing machines are unboxed and threaded, and the fresh sewing materials have been sorted, the students' next step is to transition from practice scraps to their first official projects.","fullyFundedDate":1771619889382,"projectUrl":"project/stitches-of-support-student-led-communi/10106523/","projectTitle":"Stitches of Support: Student-Led Community Sewing Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9470103_orig.png?crop=913,914,x0,y194&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708039900991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470103"},{"teacherId":2473502,"projectId":9779720,"letterContent":"The skills and snacks project used food as a strategic catalyst for engagement rather than just a simply treat. During our small group and individual counseling sessions the snacks gave my students the opportunity to refuel both physically and mentally, allowing them to sustain their focus during our sessions. Providing these snacks allows us to have these hard conversations, especially when discussing behavior, attendance, and grades.\r\n The atmosphere in the room shifted instantly the moment students realized the variety of snacks available. There was a visible surge in energy and enthusiasm; many students expressed surprise at the quality and selection, which made them feel valued and prioritized.\r\n Moving forward, students will transition from the consumer phase to the application phase of the project. At the end of the school year, students will reflect on the skills learned and the impact it had on their success.\r\n Your contribution did more than fill a pantry; it created a \"safe zone\" where students felt nurtured enough to work on the hard stuff. Thank you for investing in their well being!","fullyFundedDate":1759576795005,"projectUrl":"project/power-hour-skills-and-snacks/9779720/","projectTitle":"Power Hour: Skills and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Casuga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2473502"},{"teacherId":9688183,"projectId":9911965,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! My EL students were beyond excited when the package arrived.\r\nWe are currently using the snacks and candies as a class snack bar. We will also use the sweet treats as a reward to the class period who has the most points for good behavior for Quarter 4.\r\nLastly, the class will use some of the treats to make snack bags for graduation leis. We believe sharing the snacks will bring joy to the Class of 2026 EL students at our neighboring schools.\r\nYour kindness has truly brought happiness to our EL students. \r\nThank you very much!","fullyFundedDate":1769177446871,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-our-students-snacks-for-succes/9911965/","projectTitle":"\"Fueling Our Students: Snacks for Success\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Doon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9688183"},{"teacherId":8823600,"projectId":10103044,"letterContent":"This project has made QUITE an impact on my students.\r\n\r\nWhen I first showed them what we received, a lot of them got excited and asked when we were going to use them, and I told them that it will be used when we work on projects and complete work in class!\r\n\r\nThe students have been using these tools every time they have me in class and have been taking care of these products because they don't get new things often.\r\n\r\nThese kids wanted to say thank you for donating to our classroom and thank you for thinking about them and their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1771437894203,"projectUrl":"project/the-essentials-to-be-successful/10103044/","projectTitle":"The Essentials to be Successful","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duggan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8823600_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720479385785","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823600"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50794","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":725,"numTeachers":55,"percentFrplEligible":56,"percentAsian":39,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":18,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":17,"percentMultiracialImputed":19,"gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":55.0,"schoolId":50794,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ilima Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ilima Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/ilima-intermediate-school/50794"}