{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Momilani Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":40.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6317502,"projectId":9153192,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation to my classroom. The new photo printer has helped my student create project for their grandparents for their annual grandparents' day lunch that we have at our school. The grandparents loved seeing their grandkids in a permanent art project that the kids painted and drew for them. The photos have cemented their 2nd grade year in picture form. The photo printer also helped me print out photos from the photo booth that we had at our grandparents day lunch in a quick manner - they got them the same day! The families loved this service that we were able to provide, and it would not have been possible without you!","fullyFundedDate":1742007668536,"projectUrl":"project/creating-lasting-memories-a-picture-pri/9153192/","projectTitle":"Creating Lasting Memories: A Picture Printer for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Uchino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6317502_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x617,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667424663128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6317502"},{"teacherId":9338272,"projectId":9152326,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom! Because of your donations, my students now have access to word mapping tools, engaging books, and exciting incentives that make learning both meaningful and fun.\r\n\r\nThe word mapping resources are helping my students build stronger reading foundations, while the books are sparking a love for reading that will last a lifetime. The incentives have been such a wonderful motivator—my students are eager to try their best and celebrate their progress.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a real difference in our classroom. Every day, I see the impact in my students' smiles, confidence, and growth as readers. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1741964887417,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-word-mapping-b/9152326/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers: Word Mapping, Books, and Motivation!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338272"},{"teacherId":9804447,"projectId":8880356,"letterContent":"My students loved the new equipment we got. They learned much about how to maneuver themselves on a \"vehicle\" and how to navigate through traffic in an organized manner. They were able to be kind and loving to one another and practice self-control when things didn't go their way. Scooters are such a memorable experience for them and my hope is that it will help them to remember to be kind and courteous when on the roads of Hawaii or where ever they may end up. At Momilani Elementary we continue to cultivate a community that cares for themselves and those around us.","fullyFundedDate":1729166286812,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-stimulation-and-self-control-thr/8880356/","projectTitle":"Sensory Stimulation and Self-Control through Roller Assisted Movement","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nakama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804447"},{"teacherId":2907221,"projectId":9155755,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous contributions, my students and I have been making fantastic use of our new flexible seating! We've incorporated the seats into our small group instruction, which has allowed us to create more dynamic and collaborative learning environments. The seats are also a popular addition to our \"Choose Love\" table, providing a comfortable and calming space for students. This flexibility in seating formats has been instrumental in helping students discover new ways to learn and engage with their work.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the chairs and cushions, their reactions were priceless. They were absolutely amazed and immediately drawn to how comfortable they were. It was clear right away that these new materials offered them a different way to move and focus, which is so important for their learning and concentration. They've truly embraced the opportunity to wriggle and find a seating position that works best for them.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next step is to continue expanding our flexible seating options. With a large class, every bit of additional seating makes a significant difference, allowing more students to benefit from these comfortable and adaptable learning spaces. Your continued support would help us further enhance our classroom environment and provide even more opportunities for students to learn in ways that best suit their individual needs.","fullyFundedDate":1741750097514,"projectUrl":"project/sensational-seats/9155755/","projectTitle":"Sensational Seats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nakama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2907221_orig.jpg?crop=2678,2678,x456,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667325963423","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2907221"},{"teacherId":9804447,"projectId":9156721,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled to see equipment that was made for them. We've been borrowing equipment from upper grades to use for our PE activities and as you can imagine some of the students are a little too small for equipment built for upper elementary kids. Not only was it brand new, making them feel loved and important but the colors were also more vibrant which I believe helps their energy levels during physical activities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is truly appreciated and we look forward to building healthier happier kids who will be amazing community contributors just like you. From the bottom of our hearts thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1741817720542,"projectUrl":"project/off-the-screen-and-onto-the-courts/9156721/","projectTitle":"Off the Screen and Onto the Courts","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nakama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804447"},{"teacherId":6317502,"projectId":8877094,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible support in providing my 2nd-grade classroom with whiteboards and essential supplies to create a Building Thinking Classroom experience for my students. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, giving my young learners the tools they need to engage in meaningful, hands-on learning every day. With your help, we have transformed our classroom into an active and collaborative space where students confidently share their ideas, tackle challenging problems, and develop critical thinking skills that will serve them for years to come.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, we have been using them extensively in our math lessons, and the difference has been remarkable. The students are up on their feet, working together at the whiteboards, discussing strategies, and learning from one another in ways that a traditional setup simply couldn't offer. They are becoming more independent problem solvers, building confidence in their abilities, and truly enjoying the process of learning. Seeing their excitement and growth has been incredibly rewarding, and it is all thanks to your kindness and generosity. From the bottom of our hearts, my students and I deeply appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1729005364260,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-thinking-classroom/8877094/","projectTitle":"Building a Thinking Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Uchino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6317502_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x617,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667424663128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6317502"},{"teacherId":9338272,"projectId":8881163,"letterContent":"The Mālama Club students are incredibly grateful for the gardening supplies that have allowed them to nurture their connection to the land and learn the value of sustainability. With each seed they plant, they gain hands-on experience in caring for the environment while developing a deeper appreciation for where their food comes from. The tools, soil, and seeds provided through your generosity have empowered them to take responsibility for their garden, watching with excitement as their plants grow and thrive. Beyond the technical skills they acquire, these experiences instill a sense of stewardship and pride in maintaining a healthy, flourishing green space at our school. \r\n\r\nGardening has quickly become a favorite activity among our Mālama Club students, who eagerly gather each session to tend to their plants. They take great joy in digging in the soil, watering their crops, and observing the daily changes in their garden beds. The sense of accomplishment they feel when they see their hard work come to life is truly inspiring. Your support has not only provided them with the necessary supplies but has also fostered teamwork, patience, and a lifelong appreciation for nature. Thanks to you, our students are learning valuable lessons that extend far beyond the garden—lessons in care, responsibility, and the importance of giving back to the ʻāina (land).","fullyFundedDate":1729272679988,"projectUrl":"project/malama-club-and-kindergarten-goodies/8881163/","projectTitle":"Malama Club and Kindergarten Goodies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338272"},{"teacherId":7941455,"projectId":8880847,"letterContent":"I want to thank you so much for investing in my project! I am an intervention specialist who works with 2nd graders who have difficulty with reading. I also work with other intervention teachers, all with the same goal of promoting literacy in our students, and so the materials will be available for students in Kindergarten to grade 6. While the Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) approach is most commonly applied in math education, it can surely be adapted to teaching reading! \r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the boards set up, they were so excited and anxious to begin. Usually, I teach them in small-groups of four students, but for the BTC lessons, I teach several groups of 3 at the same time. They enjoy the collaboration aspect and all of them are actively engaged in their learning. Another difference is the random groupings, which encourage the students to rely on their peers and reasoning rather than seeking my guidance. \r\n\r\nI will continue to create lessons to incorporate the BTC approach to build upon my students' skills and continuous learning so that they can experience the joys of literacy.","fullyFundedDate":1729199396564,"projectUrl":"project/rti-building-thinking-classroom-style/8880847/","projectTitle":"RTI Building Thinking Classroom Style","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wakahiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941455"},{"teacherId":2907221,"projectId":8881376,"letterContent":"This project has allowed me to differentiate my teaching and give students options to review or preview lessons to come. The math games are particularly fun for students to engage in learning and challenge themselves. They love the interactivity of the games. \r\nFor the art drying rack, I've been incorporating more art activities such as painting and glueing/glitter. The drying rack gives us a place to dry our pieces without making a mess or laying out art pieces everywhere. \r\nThe tactile sensory strips were a hit with my students. It helps with focus during class.","fullyFundedDate":1729265101471,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning/8881376/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nakama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2907221_orig.jpg?crop=2678,2678,x456,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667325963423","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2907221"},{"teacherId":8831169,"projectId":8884375,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your contributions for my students instruments!\r\n\r\n When my choir students first saw the new instruments they were delighted. They were eager to learn and give ideas of how we could incorporate the news sounds into our songs. Two students who were originally shy, one of which is an English second language student, stepped up to be our cajon and egg shaker players. They learned the instrument within two months and played fantastically at our Winter assembly. The other students enjoyed using the jingle bells and tambourines. \r\n\r\n We plan to continue using these instruments for our next performance at the end of the year. Now that our two cajon players demonstrated that they could learn how to play in a short amount of time, more students are interested in trying the instrument. These instruments will continue to be loved and used as an entrance to music in the years to come. We cannot thank you enough for your contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1729355099287,"projectUrl":"project/ba-dum-tss-percussion-is-no-joke-in-the/8884375/","projectTitle":"Ba-dum-tss! Percussion is No Joke in the Music Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lorenzo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831169"},{"teacherId":2923732,"projectId":8879517,"letterContent":"Thank you so much once again for the generous support for our SEL based after school club, The Momilani Fans of Lego (MFOL) Club. The students have been enjoying the newly received sets from this donation and have been excited to challenge themselves to new and more difficult sets. As a social emotional club, our club's mission and focus is to help students get connected with other students at school, and to help promote the building of friendships and relationships with others through the common interest of our beloved Lego. \r\n\r\nMany people comment on how the novel idea of a Lego Club is a good way for students to build up their confidence at school through the use of an item that is not normally related to school academics. Overall, the feedback and responses regarding the effectiveness of the club have been overwhelmingly positive, and our club wouldn't be able to continue to grow and thrive without the continuous support and generosity from donors like you. Thank you again for helping us to build up our \"keiki\" at Momilani while we build Lego.","fullyFundedDate":1729198092891,"projectUrl":"project/momilani-fans-of-lego-club-expanding-o/8879517/","projectTitle":"Momilani Fans of Lego Club - Expanding Our Building Horizons!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Uchino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2923732_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x322,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728964959455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2923732"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50803","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":412,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":15,"percentAsian":44,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"19.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":60.0,"schoolId":50803,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Momilani Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Momilani Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/momilani-elementary-school/50803"}