{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"James Campbell High School","outOfStateSupporters":53.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8716958,"projectId":9772500,"letterContent":"Mahalos for your support for my students. My students are loving the new resources. I did an SEL activity where my Junior AVID students were writing a \"My Story Is...\" poem of themselves and it had to be accompanied with a painting. The students used the markers and the canvases to create their paintings. I also had another class period (Freshman ELA) use the canvases to paint with a partner in a \"Partner Interview\" activity, where they would swap the painting every 5 minutes and ask each other interview questions.\r\n\r\nThey were surprised when they saw the material because the classroom became more vibrant and comfy when they say the new notebooks, markers, and the bean bags. I passed out pastel notebooks, and some students said, \"This is my favorite color!\" They use these notebooks daily.\r\n\r\nAt the end of the year, I plan to create another lesson with my last class (my other Freshman ELA class) where they will create a \"My Story Is\" Poem using memories from this 9th grade year. They will accompany the poem with a painting, where they will use either paint or the acrylic markers. I want them to end the year off with a \"feel good\" project that involves writing, reflecting, and thoughtful sharing.","fullyFundedDate":1759198909184,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-sel-and-sense-of-belonging/9772500/","projectTitle":"Strengthening SEL and Sense of Belonging","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sadang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8716958"},{"teacherId":9611638,"projectId":9701854,"letterContent":"While many of our donors use technology at home, tools like a classroom printer make a huge difference in how learning happens at school. Having reliable access to a printer allows me to quickly provide students with reading guides, graphic organizers, annotation pages, and differentiated materials that support all learners. Instead of waiting or going without, students have what they need in their hands right away — which keeps lessons moving and engagement high.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been the ability to have their own printed materials. They love being able to annotate directly on texts, track evidence on printed charts, and use their new bookmarks to keep track of important passages. It may seem simple, but having tangible tools makes reading feel more interactive and personal.\r\n\r\nI've especially noticed students who struggle with organization or focus benefit from this technology. Having clear, printed resources helps them stay on track and feel more confident. What might seem like small tools have made a big impact in helping students feel prepared, supported, and ready to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1757772997539,"projectUrl":"project/printing-success-in-color/9701854/","projectTitle":"Printing Success in Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611638"},{"teacherId":9611638,"projectId":9771991,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have access to high-interest, engaging texts that are transforming the way they experience reading in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhile many of our donors love reading (we do too!), teaching literature involves so much more than simply finishing a book. These new texts allow us to explicitly teach critical thinking skills such as analyzing character development, identifying theme, tracking plot structure, evaluating evidence, and making inferences. Students are learning how to annotate meaningfully, cite textual evidence to support their claims, and engage in thoughtful discussions where they respectfully challenge one another's ideas. We also use the books to strengthen writing skills—students craft analytical paragraphs, build arguments, and practice organizing their thinking clearly and effectively.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active and collaborative. You won't see students passively turning pages. Instead, you'll see them tracking suspects, debating motivations, mapping timelines, highlighting key passages, and filling out evidence charts. Sometimes we read aloud together to model fluency and analysis. Other times students read independently or in small groups, pausing to ask questions, make predictions, and connect the text to historical events and real-world issues. The room often buzzes with conversation as students test their theories and defend their interpretations.\r\n\r\nSome of my most reluctant readers have been especially impacted. Students who previously avoided reading are now eager to share predictions and point out clues they've noticed. One student who rarely volunteered earlier in the year now confidently leads discussions about character motives. Another who struggles with focus has become deeply engaged when tracking details and piecing together evidence. Watching students who once doubted their reading abilities become confident, thoughtful participants has been one of the most powerful outcomes of this project.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only placed books in students' hands — it has helped build confidence, critical thinking, collaboration, and a genuine love of reading. Thank you for investing in their growth and their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1759202823891,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-printing-dreams/9771991/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Printing Dreams.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611638"},{"teacherId":10293806,"projectId":9773779,"letterContent":"My students are using our generously donated seeds and pellets to investigate a very real question for Hawaiʻi today: \"How dependent are we, really, on imported food?\" Using the project materials, they are starting with keeping a seven‑day food log, marking which foods likely came from outside Hawaiʻi, and then intentionally planning or cooking a meal that includes at least one locally grown ingredient such as kalo, ʻulu, local greens, or island‑raised fish. After their meal, they complete a written reflection connecting their personal food choices to bigger ideas like food imports, risk, and food sovereignty, and then share their findings through a short digital presentation.​ This will lead to a larger project and lesson on the future of Hawaii's sustainable agriculture infrastructure. \r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the project sheet and realized they would be tracking everything they eat for a week and then cooking or eating a local‑ingredient meal, the room immediately filled with questions and excitement. Many were surprised at how much of their usual plate lunch or snacks likely come from outside Hawaiʻi, and several started comparing which local ingredients their families already use at home. The promise of getting to eat their \"assignment\" made even some of my more reluctant learners eager to participate and talk about where their food comes from.​\r\n\r\nNext, my students will move from personal reflection to community‑level thinking by analyzing their meal reports together to look for patterns in how often local foods show up in their diets. They will revise their written reflections to clearly explain at least one reason why relying so heavily on imported food can be risky for Hawaiʻi, and how choosing a local ingredient is one small example of food sovereignty in action. Finally, they will present their digital projects to the class, which will help them practice speaking and give our donors a clearer window into how these resources are helping students connect Hawaiian history and present‑day issues around food, land, and resilience.","fullyFundedDate":1759416867171,"projectUrl":"project/sprouting-a-sustainable-future-in-ewa-be/9773779/","projectTitle":"Sprouting a Sustainable Future in Ewa Beach","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nakama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10293806_orig.png?crop=1225,1225,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759179943017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293806"},{"teacherId":7939860,"projectId":9775914,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support, our programs cannot continue without consistent yearly donations that allow the tools and materials we need to reach student hands. There are many things a STEM program such as ours utilizes from simple office supplies to advanced CnC machines.\r\n\r\nStudents in our program gain skills that many college or industry professionals spend valuable resources learning much later in life. Your donations allow our students to gain priceless skills that they can use to become successful in their postsecondary goals.","fullyFundedDate":1760660502915,"projectUrl":"project/for-inspiration-of-students-in-technolog/9775914/","projectTitle":"For Inspiration of Students in Technological Competitive Programs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hamamoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939860"},{"teacherId":9103942,"projectId":9777970,"letterContent":"Students used the Gelli plates to explore printmaking through hands-on experimentation. They first created a series of 10 prints using a variety of materials such as string, plant leaves, wood shapes, forks, cut-out shapes, and paint to create unique patterns and textures. This process encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and creative risk-taking. Once the prints were complete, students selected their strongest pieces and applied them to decorate 3D letters they constructed out of cardboard, combining printmaking with sculpture and design.\r\n\r\nStudents were immediately excited and curious when they first saw the Gelli plates. Many had never worked with printmaking tools before and were eager to experiment and learn how the plates worked. Their curiosity quickly turned into focused engagement as they tested different materials and techniques to see how each one affected the final print.\r\n\r\nNext, students will reflect on their printmaking process and evaluate which techniques were most successful. They will continue refining their 3D letter sculptures by focusing on craftsmanship, composition, and color harmony. As a next step, students will apply what they learned from the Gelli plate process to develop more intentional designs, encouraging them to plan, revise, and make creative choices with purpose. This project will also lead into future lessons on mixed media and surface design, building on the skills and confidence gained through these new materials.\r\n\r\nWe are grateful for the donors for supporting and giving students access to high-quality art materials that expand creative opportunities for our students. Your support made it possible for students to engage in authentic, hands-on learning experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1759496302447,"projectUrl":"project/gelli-art/9777970/","projectTitle":"Gelli Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9103942_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740626785714","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9103942"},{"teacherId":2516589,"projectId":9498741,"letterContent":"I wanted to share my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous support of our theater department. Because of your contributions, our students now have the high-quality tools and building supplies they need to transform our stage into a sun-drenched Greek island for our upcoming production of Mamma Mia!\r\n\r\nBefore these resources arrived, our students were often limited by worn-out equipment or a lack of basic tools. Now, the atmosphere in the Theater Craft has shifted. With these new tools, students are able to move past the design phase into manufacturing. They are learning how to safely use power drills, nail guns, heat guns, and a foam cutter. And, with the shop vac and brooms, we can keep a clean work space. Because they have the right supplies, the students are taking the lead on building props and set pieces. There is a visible sense of pride when a student steps back and realizes they didn't just \"help\"—they built the world the actors are standing on.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of the arts and for giving my students the tools to bring their vision to life. We couldn't do this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1763619002570,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success-building-sets-and-pro/9498741/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success: Building Sets and Props","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Slotter Clawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2516589_orig.jpg?crop=1000,1000,x250,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741814297858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2516589"},{"teacherId":10248627,"projectId":9781888,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the materials given to me. The students are given so many new snacks as prizes during school. They love it a lot and enjoy it a lot. All the markers/sharpies/highlighters are being used for little poster makings sometimes, and are also sometimes used when students don't have these materials for other classes. The little erasers are also amazing! It helps me save so many pencils and they are so helpful. I also use the calendar to write when I'll be absent or what the schedule of the week is, etc., and my students look at it a lot.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they actually also helped me set things up in the room. Like the paper holders, they helped me with the screws and stuff and were excited to set them up in my room. I use it to put papers for them to pick up if they were absent, etc., and it's super helpful.\r\n\r\nMy next step is to continue using the materials to keep teaching them math, and allow them to have a place to be when they have nowhere to go.\r\n\r\nThank you so much once again for everything! It has really changed the vibes of my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1760664327415,"projectUrl":"project/future-mathematicians/9781888/","projectTitle":"Future Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arakaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10248627"},{"teacherId":194918,"projectId":9773413,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my project! The readers have definitely helped my students to be able to practice their reading skills. We appreciate your generosity! I have many students in high school that are reading way below reading level so the books you helped me to purchase give them many opportunities to practice.\r\n\r\nI was also able to share these books with other teachers who are covering the same topics so this project is actually helping more students that what I initially thought.\r\n\r\nThank you for everything!","fullyFundedDate":1759425050205,"projectUrl":"project/never-too-late-to-learn/9773413/","projectTitle":"Never Too Late to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp194918_orig.jpg?crop=404,404,x40,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595569295420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/194918"},{"teacherId":7816958,"projectId":9773022,"letterContent":"Your support for our Spanish Literacy Project has transformed our classroom into a vibrant space where language comes alive! Thanks to you, we now have a growing library that will inspire Spanish learners for years to come.\r\n\r\nThe Magic You've Created\r\nThese new Spanish texts do so much more than teach vocabulary. Through authentic stories, our students are discovering:\r\n\r\nCultural connections: Reading about celebrations like Día de los Muertos helps students understand not just the language, but the heart of Spanish-speaking cultures\r\n\r\nGrammar in context: Instead of memorizing rules, students see verb tenses naturally unfold in stories, making concepts like the subjunctive suddenly click\r\n\r\nConfidence building: Graduated readers let students progress from simple picture books to novels, celebrating each milestone\r\n\r\nCritical thinking in two languages: Comparing themes across cultures while building bilingual literacy skills\r\n\r\nReading in Our Classroom\r\nOur room buzzes with possibility now! We start with \"círculos de lectura\" (reading circles) where students share favorite passages. Some days, you'll find partners reading aloud to each other, practicing pronunciation through dialogue. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has given our students mirrors to see themselves and windows to see the world. This library will welcome new learners each year, multiplying your impact endlessly.","fullyFundedDate":1759233536099,"projectUrl":"project/multilingual-literacy-showcase-project/9773022/","projectTitle":"Multilingual Literacy Showcase Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7816958_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700444439911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sealofbiliteracy"},{"teacherId":3834223,"projectId":9779804,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My classes have benefitted from these goodies on a daily basis. The fidget toys were an instant hit! Not only do they help students stay focused while they work, but they have helped me reinforce responsibility. They know that if they don't take good care of them and return them at the end of class, they will have to go without. \r\n\r\nThe \"Shined Mind\" (A Card Game for Cultivating Mindful Choices, Coping Skills, and Calm)game was also a big hit because it genuinely helps my students make mindful choices based on real-world situations that they have or may some day come across. It works best when they play in pairs or in teams because then not only do they have to evaluate the scenarios and choose the healthiest response, but they have to listen to one another, consider other points of view, and justify the choice they make before ever even putting down a card against the other teams. \r\n\r\nAnd, of course, they were extremely grateful for the snacks they got to \"buy\" with participation credits. They're mostly gone now, but they were a great incentive for sure.","fullyFundedDate":1759595107099,"projectUrl":"project/a-healthy-and-positive-freshman-year/9779804/","projectTitle":"A Healthy and Positive Freshman Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alves","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3834223_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534557258222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3834223"},{"teacherId":9681469,"projectId":9772226,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in bringing essential laboratory equipment to our school. The new hanging weight sets have arrived and immediately transformed our lab work. In physics, the ability to manipulate variables is key to understanding the laws of the universe, and having reliable, varied weights allows my students to see exactly how mass influences force and motion in real-time.\r\n\r\n The impact of this equipment has been immediate and will be long-lasting. We have already utilized the weights to conduct labs on balancing forces and to experimentally determine spring constants, verifying Hooke's Law with data they collected themselves. As we progress through the AP Physics coursework, these weight sets will be used in almost every unit, serving as a constant support for their learning. None of this hands-on discovery would have been possible without your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1759252887503,"projectUrl":"project/physics-labs/9772226/","projectTitle":"Physics Labs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Greer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9681469_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x75,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723787366041","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9681469"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50796","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":2890,"numTeachers":185,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":39,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":19,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"15.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":46.3,"schoolId":50796,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about James Campbell High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"James Campbell High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/james-campbell-high-school/50796"}