{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Nanakuli High & Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":51.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7506278,"projectId":9780317,"letterContent":"Subject: Thank You for Sharing Aloha and Building Connection in Our Middle School\r\n\r\nMahalo nui loa for your generosity and for supporting our project, \"Sharing Aloha: Building Happiness and Connection in Middle School.\" Because of you, our students are experiencing meaningful growth in friendship, care, and connection grounded in aloha here at our school.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom environment where students actively help one another, collaborate on projects that matter to our community, and build positive relationships with their peers. Something as simple as having snacks available has made a powerful difference. For some students, these snacks provide an essential boost when they are unable to have a satisfying meal during the day. That extra nourishment supports not only their thinking, but also their emotional well-being and ability to engage fully in learning.\r\n\r\nMany of our students face challenges at home that can spill over into the school day. Because of your kindness, our classroom has become a space where students feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. They are given opportunities to practice autonomy and responsibility through our **ClassBank system**, where students earn online incentive funds by taking on classroom jobs that help maintain a clean, healthy, and organized learning environment. This sense of ownership helps students feel at home and empowers them to thrive academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\nOne of the most beautiful outcomes of this project is seeing students use their ClassBank funds to purchase snacks not just for themselves, but for classmates they feel may need encouragement or a small gesture of care. These moments reflect genuine empathy, compassion, and the true spirit of aloha—students looking out for one another and lifting each other up.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and for believing in our students. Your generosity has helped create joy, connection, and a sense of belonging during times when students need it most. Thank you for sharing aloha with our classroom and helping our students feel seen, supported, and empowered every day.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\nMargarita \"Lani\" Alo-Chu\r\nMiddle School Educator\r\nNanakuli High & Intermediate School","fullyFundedDate":1763498238571,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-aloha-building-happiness-and-co/9780317/","projectTitle":"Sharing Aloha: Building Happiness and Connection in Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alo-Chu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7506278"},{"teacherId":9649360,"projectId":9773618,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our 11th- and 12th-grade classroom. By supporting our PBIS initiatives, you haven't just provided supplies; you've helped cultivate an environment where our students feel seen, celebrated, and motivated to lead with their best selves as they approach the finish line of their high school careers.\r\n\r\nWe have fully integrated the snacks, erasers, and stickers into our Class Bank store, where students \"purchase\" rewards using points earned for positive behaviors and academic consistency. For my seniors, these rewards serve as vital tools for focus. I recently watched a student who often struggles with long-form assignments use their \"earned\" snacks to fuel a marathon study session. By tying these incentives to their daily output, we are helping them maintain the stamina needed to complete the heavy workload required for graduation. It's been powerful to see them treat these rewards not just as treats, but as earned fuel for their success.\r\n\r\nThe students' reaction to the materials was one of genuine appreciation; they recognized immediately that these resources were meant to respect their hard work. We have specifically used the colorful printer paper to help students stay organized during this high-stakes season. By printing major projects and graduation requirements on distinct, vibrant colors, students can easily identify their most important \"must-do\" assignments at a glance. \r\n\r\nOur next steps involve using these resources to navigate the \"Senior Slide\" and keep momentum high through the final semester. As students hit the home stretch, we will be using the Class Bank to celebrate the completion of graduation portfolios and post-secondary plans. Your contribution has provided the tangible encouragement these young leaders need to stay focused and resilient.\r\n\r\nMahalo nui loa for your kindness and for investing in the future and the graduation of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1759436173645,"projectUrl":"project/positive-choices-positive-rewards/9773618/","projectTitle":"Positive Choices, Positive Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9649360"},{"teacherId":7448189,"projectId":9773447,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contributions! Something as simple as providing hydration resources helped motivate my students to exercise. After proper warm up my students followed a workout plan and was provided with recovery items to refuel their bodies. They were excited seeing the new fitness equipment that was readily available to them to use. They were also excited that they got to drink a cooler of gatorade during and at the end of their workouts.\r\n\r\nWe look forward to continuing to implement our strength and conditioning work out plans with our students and get them active by lifting weights. Strength and conditioning is very important and a necessity to create a healthy lifestyle. Not everyone has gym access to workout recreationally so having a safe place to learn how to lift weights and exercise may help motivate them to want to work out on their own outside of school.","fullyFundedDate":1759625354923,"projectUrl":"project/unified-fitness-recovery/9773447/","projectTitle":"Unified Fitness & Recovery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Montez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7448189"},{"teacherId":9173601,"projectId":9772424,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere and heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of snacks and an iPad to my classroom. Your kindness and thoughtfulness have made a meaningful and lasting impact on both my students and my ability to teach effectively. Support like yours goes far beyond material gifts—it creates opportunities, removes barriers, and helps students feel cared for and supported.\r\nThe snacks you donated have made an immediate and noticeable difference in my classroom environment. Many students come to school hungry, and hunger makes it extremely difficult for them to focus, participate, and retain information. Having snacks readily available has helped ensure that students can meet their basic needs, allowing them to concentrate on learning rather than on empty stomachs. I have seen a clear improvement in focus, behavior, and overall engagement since the snacks became part of our daily routine. Students are calmer, more attentive, and better able to participate in lessons, discussions, and group activities.\r\nThe iPad you donated has also been an incredible resource and has made teaching and learning easier and more effective. From a teaching perspective, the iPad has given me a more efficient and flexible way to present lessons, differentiate instruction, and support students who need additional help or enrichment. It has saved time, improved organization, and enhanced the overall learning experience in my classroom. Technology is such an important part of education today, and your donation has helped ensure that my students have access to tools that prepare them for future success.","fullyFundedDate":1760213931337,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-integrating-technology-an/9772424/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus: Integrating Technology and Student Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Britney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9173601"},{"teacherId":8507014,"projectId":9704609,"letterContent":"Mahalo, for providing my students with the ability to keep a clean and inviting reading area in my classroom. The shower curtain, rods, and hooks help to keep the dust away from our books. The other cleaning supplies really helps to keep our area staying germ free and gives us the ability to switch out our pillow covers and bean bag covers so they may be washed.\r\nWe created an area for dedicated reading that helps students stay on task and focused. It is always a pleasure seeing the students enjoy their reading area.","fullyFundedDate":1759514858819,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-inviting/9704609/","projectTitle":"Clean and Inviting","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8507014"},{"teacherId":8507014,"projectId":9762241,"letterContent":"Mahalo for the generous donation to my students. My students were able to use the speaker for our homecoming parade. The speaker allowed them to express themselves by using the microphone to cheer and play music while they marched in the homecoming parade. My students represented their class with this yearly community event.\r\nOur students also enjoyed receiving the candy and other goodies. The candy was used as an incentive to help improve their reading goals. We are in the process of creating special incentive sublimation bags. Mahalo again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1759164322300,"projectUrl":"project/expressive-socialization/9762241/","projectTitle":"Expressive Socialization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8507014"},{"teacherId":3042587,"projectId":9775610,"letterContent":"I cannot fully express the magnitude of gratitude that my students and I feel regarding your generous contribution to our music program. In an era where arts education is often tasked with doing more with less, your support serves as a vital reminder to my students that there are people outside of our school walls who deeply value their creative growth and musical education. When the packages arrived, the excitement in the room was palpable; it was not merely about receiving new equipment, but rather the realization that our classroom is a supported, cherished space. The materials you funded—three hard shell guitar cases, a professional upright bass stand, and a comprehensive string bass method book—are not just accessories; they are the infrastructure that allows our daily rehearsals to function smoothly, safely, and effectively. This donation has immediately elevated the level of professionalism in our room, signaling to the students that their instruments are precious tools worthy of care and respect.\r\n\r\nThe most immediate transformation in our daily routine has come from the addition of the upright bass stand. Previously, this massive, beautiful, and delicate instrument had to be leaned precariously in a far corner of the room when not in use. This was not only a safety hazard for the instrument but also a psychological barrier for the students; the bass felt \"out of the way\" and difficult to set up quickly. Now, with a dedicated, sturdy stand, the bass is prominently displayed and ready to be played at a moment's notice. It invites students to pick it up, resulting in more spontaneous practice and less setup time. Furthermore, the accompanying string bass method book has finally provided the curriculum we desperately needed. Before this book, students were often learning by ear or through fragmented handouts. Now, they have a structured pathway to learn how to read music specifically for the bass clef, understanding positioning and theory in a way that will serve them for years to come. I am already seeing a boost in confidence as they turn the pages and realize they are mastering a new musical language.\r\n\r\nFinally, the long-term sustainability of our program has been secured thanks to the three hard shell guitar cases. Our newest guitars are excellent instruments, but without proper protection, the wear and tear of a busy classroom environment can shorten their lifespan significantly. These heavy-duty cases ensure that humidity changes, accidental bumps during transport, and storage stack-ups will no longer pose a threat to the wood or structure of the guitars. Because of your gift, I can confidently say that these instruments will be in pristine condition for students five or even ten years from now. You have not only helped the current class of musicians but have also invested in the legacy of our music program. Thank you for protecting our investments, facilitating our learning, and supporting the joy of music in our school.","fullyFundedDate":1759447098922,"projectUrl":"project/big-unstable-bass-and-homeless-guitars/9775610/","projectTitle":"Big Unstable Bass and Homeless Guitars","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ezell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3042587_orig.jpg?crop=810,810,x0,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704669063139","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3042587"},{"teacherId":3279251,"projectId":9772370,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of supplies. They are already making a tremendous impact in our art classroom.\r\n\r\nOur second-year art students are currently using the new watercolors for landscape and portrait studies and the first-year students will be exploring watercolor through 3D forms and animal paintings next semester. As the second-years can attest and the first-years will soon discover, watercolor painting is far more challenging than it appears. Students often hesitate in the beginning, unsure of their abilities, but by the time they complete their pieces, they are genuinely proud of the growth, perseverance, and artistry they didn't realize they had in them.\r\n\r\nOf course, everyone loves \"shiny new toys.\" Whether it's fresh paint, beautiful watercolor paper, glue sticks, or even essential items like facial tissue, my students are always excited to dive into learning with quality materials. Your donation of tissues was especially appreciated as its been a tough cold and flu season, and having them readily available keeps students in the classroom and focused instead of running to the restroom throughout the period.\r\n\r\nYour generosity brings joy to my students and deeply supports the work we do every day. Thank you for investing in their creativity and for supporting our program with both kindness and financial gift. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1759363270521,"projectUrl":"project/hawaii-loves-art/9772370/","projectTitle":"Hawaii Loves Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3279251_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598658623388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3279251"},{"teacherId":5619071,"projectId":9762876,"letterContent":"We have already been using the snacks and sanitation supplies every day. The snacks help so much on our long lab days, especially during our recent Newton's Laws \"Egg-ineering\" challenge where students built and tested crash-test cars. Having snacks available helped them stay focused while they rebuilt and tried again. The sanitation supplies have been a game changer. Students wipe down their tables and equipment during transitions, and our room feels cleaner and more organized.\r\n\r\nWe are starting our next unit, which has a lot of hands-on labs and group investigations. Students will continue to use the sanitation supplies as part of their normal lab routine and the snacks during long work sessions and review days. Your support helps create a classroom where students feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn. Because of your generosity, they can focus on thinking, experimenting, and working together instead of being hungry or distracted. Thank you so much for supporting our Golden Hawks and helping our classroom run smoothly.","fullyFundedDate":1759194775072,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-sanitation-supporting-studen/9762876/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Sanitation: Supporting Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Padilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5619071_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628061581553","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5619071"},{"teacherId":2446469,"projectId":9634457,"letterContent":"Our students were absolutely thrilled when the Dremel drill kits arrived. They opened each box with the same excitement as unwrapping a new instrument of creativity. Working together, they assembled the kits piece by piece, learning how each attachment functions and why precision matters. Many shared that it was their first time handling a tool used in professional fabrication, and they felt empowered knowing they were building equipment they would soon use with their own hands. The classroom buzzed with pride as students tested the drills, practicing safety skills and celebrating their growing confidence.\r\n\r\nNow that the tools are ready, students cannot wait to begin transforming seeds, shells, and natural materials into lei that reflect both cultural tradition and modern craftsmanship. They've already started sketching designs, discussing which seeds to drill first, and imagining how the Dremels will help them create cleaner, more intricate pieces.","fullyFundedDate":1759271335824,"projectUrl":"project/hands-of-our-ancestors/9634457/","projectTitle":"Hands of Our Ancestors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kumu Pieper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2446469_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523645533042","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumupieper"},{"teacherId":2446469,"projectId":9754247,"letterContent":"Our new tools have already elevated our youth-led Sustainable Saturday project, where students transform waste cardboard into soil-building mulch for local farmers and school gardens. With the electric scissors and labeling markers, students prepared cardboard batches, organized data tags, and began testing soil improvements. Their excitement was immediate—several students said it finally felt like our classroom had become \"a real science lab.\"\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue collecting cardboard from families, shredding it for farmers, and tracking soil changes to share with our community partners. These new resources allow them to work more safely, efficiently, and professionally as they explore careers in environmental science and sustainable design. Your support empowers our youth to create real, hands-on solutions that heal the land and strengthen our community. Mahalo nui loa.","fullyFundedDate":1758825269583,"projectUrl":"project/sustainable-saturday-expansion/9754247/","projectTitle":"Sustainable Saturday Expansion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kumu Pieper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2446469_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523645533042","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumupieper"},{"teacherId":7929353,"projectId":9772323,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom. We have enjoyed seeing the supplies being delivered and discussing the importance of everything. \r\n\r\nWe have been having so much fun doing Social Emotional Learning activities and using the snacks as prizes for various activities. \r\n\r\nWe have also enjoyed using the iPad to record activities and reviewing movement forms when watching back the videos. \r\n\r\nAnother student who is currently unable to engage in class activities has been doing alternate assignments on the iPad. 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