{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ka Waihona 'o Ka Na'auao Public Charter School","outOfStateSupporters":48.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10362445,"projectId":10109877,"letterContent":"Having the storage shed, gloves, dry erase markers and erasers, and mobile desk and immensely impacted my outdoor agriculture classroom. It brings mobility, creativity, and productivity to our outdoor classroom. The students were excited when they saw the materials coming in and even more excited to see that what was inside was for them and not just for me. The gloves were probably the biggest hit!\r\n\r\nRecently Hawaii has experienced a series of Kona Low storms that has brought a lot of rain our way. The outdoor storage shed has kept the students journals safe and dry through it all! It fits all the students journals in their class bins neatly; two to each shelf. Another added benefit is the ability to lock it which is helpful since our classroom is outdoor and has no doors to lock and keep are things from being tampered with. This gives the students peace of mind knowing their personal thoughts and assignments are safe. I have even had colleagues ask where I got it from because they want one too! \r\n\r\nThe dry erase assorted color markers helps separate information when taking notes and it makes things exciting for students. On such a small board notes can sometimes get lost; everything starts to jumble together. Having assorted colors helps separate topics and supporting facts from main ideas and so on and so forth. The erasers work wonders especially since we use the whiteboard everyday to write down the days moon phase and how it affects farming, the days task, the location, and what Hawaiian value we used in class that day. \r\n\r\nThe pencils are a life saver. One of the biggest challenges in middle school is students not having the materials they need to be successful. My students know where to go when they are in need of writing materials. \r\n\r\nThe mobile desk gives me extra work space for when I need to grade journals or plan lessons. Prior to this I was placing their class boxes on the ground and bending over to pick them up and then balancing the graded books on my lap till I was finished and could return them to the box. \r\n\r\nThe kids love the variety of gloves. They appreciate that there is a glove for every unique individual. They are purposeful and fit well. The students use them daily for various tasks, raking, digging, weeding, harvesting and planting. The rubber on the palm of the gloves keep their hands from getting poked by pesky weeds, bitten by insects, or getting blisters from the wooden handles on the shovels and hoes. They fit comfortably and don't fall off in the middle of a task.","fullyFundedDate":1771733500796,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-classroom/10109877/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nahooikaika-Medeiros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10362445"},{"teacherId":3784127,"projectId":10110805,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your generous donations. When the boxes began to get delivered to my classroom, the kids were so excited to see the Donors Choose surprises! My students were thrilled to have a new centers activity. The new activity was an incentive for students who completed their weekly work. This time of year, it can be hard to get students motivated to come to school, complete their classwork, and finish homework. By providing snacks for the students, this helps to give them the energy they need to improve stamina. Increasing stamina helps students get through the day. We truly appreciate the donations to help us finish the year strong!","fullyFundedDate":1771772717095,"projectUrl":"project/finishing-off-strong/10110805/","projectTitle":"Finishing Off Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kanoa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3784127"},{"teacherId":7887249,"projectId":10113798,"letterContent":"We are just so thankful for your support and generosity. Because of you, our students at Ka Waihona are able to bring compassion to life in meaningful and visible ways. In our classroom, we center our learning around Nā Mea Waiwai, values like aloha, kuleana, and mālama and your support helps us turn those values into action. Through this project, students are not only learning about kindness and empathy, but they are also taking the next step by creating and sharing messages of compassion with others. Designing and screen printing their own shirts gives students a powerful way to express their voices and spread positivity throughout our school and community. As they reflect, create, and share messages like \"Choose Kindness\" and \"Spread Aloha,\" they are learning that even small actions can make a big difference. Mahalo for helping our students see that they have the power to uplift others and strengthen our community through compassion.","fullyFundedDate":1773076413640,"projectUrl":"project/wear-the-message/10113798/","projectTitle":"Wear The Message","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. AhSui (Kumu Dariess)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7887249_orig.jpg?crop=433,433,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723794847519","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumudariess"},{"teacherId":10378784,"projectId":10144888,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa to all of our generous donors for supporting our classroom and believing in our students. Because of your kindness, our students are able to take part in a meaningful, student-led service project that spreads aloha throughout our school. With the materials you provided, they are creating snack packs to support their peers, turning small acts of kindness into something truly impactful. This experience goes beyond the classroom. It is teaching our students the value of empathy, leadership, and caring for others. They are learning that even the smallest gesture can make someone feel seen, supported, and valued. Your generosity is helping to create a positive and compassionate school community, and for that, we are incredibly grateful. Mahalo for making a difference in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1774286122686,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-kindness-through-student-made-sn/10144888/","projectTitle":"Sharing Kindness Through Student-Made Snack Packs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10378784"},{"teacherId":2175428,"projectId":10116219,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to our Middle School Girls Flag Football Pt. 2 project. We are excited to add these pieces of equipment to our program. Being able to have Plyometric boxes adds a different dynamic to the program. Girls will now be able to train to build strength and increase power in a safe manner. We were also able to receive more flag football belts and flags. As a program, we are able to incorporate more girls because we have more equipment to provide. This is a big help to our program. Mahalo for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1773526209831,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-girls-flag-football-pt-2/10116219/","projectTitle":"Middle School Girls Flag Football Pt. 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ah Sui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2175428"},{"teacherId":10378784,"projectId":10110072,"letterContent":"With deep gratitude, I want to thank you for fully funding our classroom project. Because of your kindness, our students on the Leeward Coast of Oʻahu will have access to snacks and resources that support not only their learning, but their overall well-being. In our classroom, we strive to live out our core values of aloha, mālama, and lōkahi, creating a space where every student feels safe, supported, and encouraged. Your generosity helps us continue that work in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided will allow students to refuel during long school days, especially during testing periods when focus and stamina are essential. Something as simple as a snack can make a big difference, helping students reset and return to learning ready to do their best. The portable speaker will also bring learning to life beyond the classroom walls. Whether we are engaging in movement breaks, practicing mele, or participating in outdoor and hands-on activities, this resource will help us build connection, joy, and a deeper sense of community. Because of you, our students feel cared for, valued, and inspired. Your support goes far beyond materials, you are helping to nurture confident, resilient learners. Mahalo for believing in our students and being a part of our classroom ʻohana.","fullyFundedDate":1771769581913,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-our-learning/10110072/","projectTitle":"Fueling Our Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10378784"},{"teacherId":2175428,"projectId":10088292,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our Hereʻs Something to Eat at Home project. Since the beginning of the 2026 year, our school has had multiple students change homes several times. During these times our class felt that some students may need snacks and drinks because of their current situations. We were able to create multiple snack bags that we were able to pass out to students on our campus. Our class really felt the impact of how something small like this can have on students in need. Mahalo for your help.","fullyFundedDate":1771881745055,"projectUrl":"project/heres-something-to-eat-at-home/10088292/","projectTitle":"Hereʻs Something to Eat at Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ah Sui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2175428"},{"teacherId":2175428,"projectId":10106755,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our Middle School Girls Flag Football project. In a couple of months we will make a year in which we have been running this program. We have completed two seasons and are looking at starting a program this summer. This has been exciting for our girls. With every piece of equipment and materials are girls are becoming more engaged with the sport and also how it ties into academics. Our numbers have been continuously growing. Thank you for all your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771640988159,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-girls-flag-football/10106755/","projectTitle":"Middle School Girls Flag Football","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ah Sui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2175428"},{"teacherId":9804553,"projectId":10107109,"letterContent":"​I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with 'ukulele, essential materials, and snacks. The arrival of the two new 'ukulele has sparked a newfound sense of creativity in my students.\r\n These instruments have not only taught them music but have also built their confidence and fine motor skills in ways I couldn't have achieved without your support.\r\nThe printer has been very helpful for printing out resources that the students need a week as hand outs to teach them the 'ukulele chords.","fullyFundedDate":1771641721778,"projectUrl":"project/instruments-snack-rewards-and-organiza/10107109/","projectTitle":"Instruments, Snack Rewards, and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kumu Tracie Keola Muraki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumukeola"},{"teacherId":2175428,"projectId":10083097,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our Building Our Girlsʻ Flag Football Program. These items will help us to continue with our program that we started last year in Spring 2025. We have had great turnouts over the past couple of seasons that we ran it. Our program is looking to start again this spring once the high school season gets done. These pieces of equipment allows us to have different drills during practice and gives us a chance to use our funds for different things such as team bonding activities. For this project, I requested J Bands that can help our quarterbacks warm up properly. I also requested Gamebreaker Headbands, some girls like this instead of the helmets. As a teacher and coach, I donʻt have to worry about were am I am getting my equipment or funding from. This opportunity allows me to focus on the teaching and coaching aspect of it. Mahalo for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1770491778775,"projectUrl":"project/building-our-girls-flag-football-progra/10083097/","projectTitle":"Building Our Girls' Flag Football Program - Pt.2","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ah Sui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2175428"},{"teacherId":2175428,"projectId":10072506,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our Building Our Girlsʻ Flag Football Program. These items will help us to continue with our program that we started last year in Spring 2025. We have had great turnouts over the past couple of seasons that we ran it. Our program is looking to start again this spring once the high school season gets done. These pieces of equipment allows us to have different drills during practice and gives us a chance to use our funds for different things such as team bonding activities. Mahalo for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1770224774957,"projectUrl":"project/building-our-girls-flag-football-progra/10072506/","projectTitle":"Building Our Girls' Flag Football Program","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ah Sui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2175428"},{"teacherId":9076423,"projectId":10091571,"letterContent":"Mahalo to all of you for your generosity and support. Because of your kindness, my middle school students now have the opportunity to explore block printing through meaningful, hands-on learning. Together, we will be designing prints inspired by native plants, flowers, and the things that connect us to our ʻike and our community. These materials will allow students to express their creativity while building pride in culture, art, and personal storytelling. Your support is helping our keiki see that their ideas matter and that their hands can create something beautiful and lasting. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us bring learning to life in such a special way.","fullyFundedDate":1771450038089,"projectUrl":"project/printing-their-potential/10091571/","projectTitle":"Printing Their Potential","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pohai (Kumu Pōhai)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9076423_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726296429378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9076423"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_72576","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":707,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.7,"schoolId":72576,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ka Waihona 'o Ka Na'auao Public Charter School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ka Waihona 'o Ka Na'auao Public Charter School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/ka-waihona-o-ka-na-auao-public-charter-school/72576"}