{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Nanakuli High & Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":50.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2446469,"projectId":10062244,"letterContent":"Because of your support, our students were able to complete the mobile food recovery trailer with guidance from professional tradesmen, turning it into a safe and functional cooking space. That same week, they rescued food and put their learning into action by hosting a musubi-making contest at a school community event. The excitement was incredible—students took ownership, collaborated, and proudly showcased their skills, while the trailer was on-site for the community to see the impact firsthand.\r\n\r\nStudents were energized by the cooking competition and loved the challenge of creating meals together. Many shared that it was their first time cooking in a team setting and using rescued food with purpose. Seeing the community engage with the trailer and enjoy the food reinforced their sense of pride and kuleana.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue regular food recovery efforts and expand into more student-led cooking contests using \"mystery\" rescued ingredients. Students are eager to keep learning how to transform food into meals, and your support has created a lasting space for innovation, leadership, and community nourishment.","fullyFundedDate":1771341644899,"projectUrl":"project/food-rescue/10062244/","projectTitle":"Food Rescue","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":3298034,"projectId":10108762,"letterContent":"Thank you for this opportunity that gave my students motivation. Many donors might see \"gaming\" and think \"distraction,\" because of your generosity, our classroom has undergone a fundamental shift using gaming as engines for engagement & academic growth. By integrating gaming materials and incentives into our classroom, we have unlocked a new level of motivation, resilience, and academic grit. Equity through Incentive for many of our students, having access to quality gaming tech is a luxury they don't have at home. Using these materials as an incentive has drastically improved academic and social emotional skills. Students are showing up on time and staying focused because they are working toward a goal they truly care about.","fullyFundedDate":1771707358840,"projectUrl":"project/transform-our-classroom-where-hard-work/10108762/","projectTitle":"Transform Our Classroom Where Hard Work Is Celebrated","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Deboma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3298034"},{"teacherId":3243829,"projectId":10106145,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity our students are able to have their own individual coveralls to keep. This small thing helps to foster a sense of pride and accomplishment for the students in our program.\r\nFurther the students can use their coveralls for any future work that needs to be done. They become a peice of personal protective gear that the students can use and enjoy for years to come.\r\nWithout your help, students have to use our very limited shop supply (if we even have ones that may fit them), or take the chance of ruining their own clothing.","fullyFundedDate":1771783082885,"projectUrl":"project/student-shop-coveralls/10106145/","projectTitle":"Student Shop Coveralls","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Onekea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3243829_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x183,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597099947012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3243829"},{"teacherId":3298034,"projectId":9774315,"letterContent":"When the materials first arrived, many students had never seen a terrarium kit before. They were excited to work on this project and their eyes widened as they pulled out the specialized soil, the glass containers, the seeds and the spray bottle. They also liked that there was a light on the cap to see thru the terrarium. One student exclaimed, \"Wait, we actually get to keep these alive ourselves?\" That shift from being observers to active \"caretakers\" happened the second they touched the soil.\r\n\r\nthe partners worked together from unboxing to completing the project. As days went on they keep caring for it without being reminded. Hands-on projects brings a different vibe then other school projects, I was so filled with joy.","fullyFundedDate":1759417842906,"projectUrl":"project/grow-with-me/9774315/","projectTitle":"Grow With Me!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Deboma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3298034"},{"teacherId":2446469,"projectId":10106312,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for supporting our classroom and believing in our students. Because of your generosity, we were able to restock important supplies and bring in new tools that immediately went into use. Students planted new hydroponic seeds, began creating jewelry and kahili-inspired cultural pieces, and used the drill kit to help with small garden and classroom projects.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the excitement in the room was immediate. Students quickly gathered around the supplies, eager to organize, plant, and start creating. Even the hydration station with the ice machine and infuser became a favorite, helping students stay refreshed during hands-on work days.\r\n\r\nYour support gives our students the opportunity to learn through doing—building skills, connecting to culture, and working together with confidence. We are truly grateful for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1771649973345,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-restock-my-class/10106312/","projectTitle":"Help Me Restock My Class","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":2496257,"projectId":10107596,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support! Our classroom now has an established collection of classic games that students love to play during their downtime. Instead of being on their phones, they are gathering around the tables, enjoying each other's company, laughing, and building real connections.\r\n\r\nThese traditional games promote teamwork, strategy, communication, and friendly competition. It has been wonderful to see students interacting face-to-face, practicing patience, and supporting one another while they play.\r\n\r\nYour donation has created meaningful moments of connection and engagement in our classroom. We truly appreciate your support in bringing these experiences to our students! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1771666430141,"projectUrl":"project/connection-beyond-the-screen/10107596/","projectTitle":"Connection Beyond The Screen","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Irebaria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2496257_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523072000401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2496257"},{"teacherId":10181245,"projectId":9773888,"letterContent":"Receiving a TV and printer for my classroom has already made a meaningful difference in how my students experience learning in Computer Science. As an exchange teacher from the Philippines, I came into my classroom knowing that I wanted to create lessons that are engaging, visual, and relevant to my students' lives. The TV allows me to bring coding demonstrations, educational videos, and interactive presentations to life in a way that a traditional lecture simply cannot. My students become more focused and excited when they can clearly see examples, follow along with tutorials, and watch concepts unfold visually in front of them.\r\n\r\nThe printer has also become an important tool in supporting their learning. It allows me to provide students with step-by-step guides, coding exercises, and creative design activities that they can hold, write on, and revisit anytime. Many of my students learn best when they can both see and practice the material, and printed resources help reinforce the digital lessons we explore on screen. Being able to quickly print materials also helps me adapt lessons to their needs and give them more opportunities to practice problem-solving.\r\n\r\nSeeing my students engage with these tools has been incredibly rewarding. Their curiosity grows when they can clearly see, hear, and interact with the lesson. These resources help me create a classroom environment where technology is not just something they watch, but something they actively explore and learn from every day. As a teacher who believes deeply in the potential of my students, having these tools helps me deliver lessons that are more meaningful, creative, and impactful for them.","fullyFundedDate":1760384705343,"projectUrl":"project/nanakuli-high-school-nexttechinnovator/9773888/","projectTitle":"Nanakuli High School Next_Tech_Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. R. Nabu ab","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10181245_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759578933926","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10181245"},{"teacherId":3922721,"projectId":10105362,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our classroom project to life! These high-interest, culturally relevant books will fundamentally shift the energy in our room. My students are \"learning to read\"; they are \"reading to learn.\" By providing materials that reflect their own lives and the world around them, you have helped reduce the cognitive load of decoding, allowing their young minds to focus on the rhythm and flow of the stories. \r\n\r\nThe educational games you funded will create a dynamic, interactive space where students practice literacy skills through collaborative play. This low-stakes environment will be a game-changer for my more hesitant readers.","fullyFundedDate":1771637834193,"projectUrl":"project/reading-can-be-fun/10105362/","projectTitle":"Reading Can Be Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jojo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3922721_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639791887769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3922721"},{"teacherId":3922721,"projectId":9240435,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with the \"Black Collection\" and the \"Climate Change\" book sets. Because of your support, my 9th–12th grade special education students have been able to dive into complex global issues through stories that are both accessible and deeply moving. These books have acted as a bridge, connecting the historical struggle for equity with the modern-day urgency of environmental science. It is rare to find resources that speak so clearly to both the heart and the mind, and seeing my students engage with these texts has been a highlight of our school year.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, I was able to move beyond traditional textbooks and create a learning environment centered on \"human-centered science.\" This project allowed me to teach social responsibility in a way that felt tangible and relevant to their lives, fostering a classroom culture where every student felt empowered to share their perspective.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has done more than just fill our bookshelves; it has validated my students' experiences and expanded their horizons. They are learning that their voices matter in the fight for a fairer, greener world. Thank you for investing in their future and for believing in the power of inclusive education.","fullyFundedDate":1753036913514,"projectUrl":"project/adapting-our-future-climate-and-diversi/9240435/","projectTitle":"Adapting Our Future: Climate and Diversity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jojo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3922721_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639791887769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3922721"},{"teacherId":7749156,"projectId":9945039,"letterContent":"When our classroom received the projector from DonorsChoose, the students' excitement was immediate and unforgettable. As soon as they saw it set up, they began asking what we would watch and learn first. Their faces lit up with curiosity and anticipation, and many shared how special it felt to know that someone they had never met cared enough to support their learning.\r\n\r\nUsing the projector has already made lessons more engaging and easier to understand. Students are more focused during instruction, eager to participate, and thrilled to see their work and learning displayed for the whole class. Most importantly, they feel valued and inspired, knowing that generous donors believe in their success.\r\n\r\nThis gift has not only improved our classroom technology — it has boosted student motivation, confidence, and joy in learning. We are deeply grateful for this meaningful support.","fullyFundedDate":1765737341187,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-high-school-learning-with-cle/9945039/","projectTitle":"Supporting High School Learning with Clear Visuals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roxas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7749156"},{"teacherId":9104235,"projectId":9777936,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity in supporting a project that truly amplifies student voice. The sound system has been an absolute lifesaver in our classroom, especially as our building undergoes active construction. Without it, clear instruction would be nearly impossible amidst the constant noise. Beyond allowing me to teach audibly and effectively, the microphones have transformed student participation. During whole-class read-alouds in our novel study, even my most timid readers have grown in confidence, stepping up to the mic with pride. The system has also elevated the authenticity and professionalism of student presentations, helping them see themselves as real speakers and storytellers. Although we have not yet been able to host our campus literature festival due to ongoing construction, our classroom community has embraced this resource daily. Mahalo nui loa for ensuring that meaningful learning continues, even in the face of challenges beyond our control.","fullyFundedDate":1760025529660,"projectUrl":"project/from-the-page-out-loud/9777936/","projectTitle":"From the Page, Out Loud","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kumu Ilima","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9104235_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689592159875","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kumuilima"},{"teacherId":9173601,"projectId":9621503,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful and practical donation to our classroom. It is truly heartening to see such support for our daily learning environment. Your generosity provides us with the tools we need to stay organized and energized, and we are all so grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nThe acrylic paper holders have already made a noticeable difference in how we handle group projects. By keeping our shared materials visible and organized, students can focus more on collaborating and less on searching for lost instructions or handouts. Additionally, the 3-hole punch is a total game-changer for our organization. It's a tool that benefits everyone—from helping me keep the curriculum streamlined to teaching the students the valuable habit of maintaining their own binders.\r\n\r\nFinally, I cannot thank you enough for the snacks. It is a simple truth that students focus better and engage more deeply when they aren't distracted by hunger. Having these quick energy boosts on hand ensures that every student has the fuel they need to succeed during our most challenging lessons. 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