{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waipahu Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":46.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10421134,"projectId":10066804,"letterContent":"Thank you for the expo pens, expo white board cleaners, magnetic baskets, and mobile white boards. My students uses expo pens daily and they dry out easily so they were excited to have new expo pens that worked. They especially enjoyed using the variety of colors. My students have grown used to working on vertical surfaces to learn new skills in math. They were very excited to see the new white boards and its clean surface. The whiteboards provided them more space to write on. With the new white boards, I can have more groups with less students in each group which will allow for more engagement from the students. Since the whiteboards are mobile, students are not limited to the perimeter of the classroom (walls and windows). I can move the whiteboards anywhere in the classroom and work with a small group of students that may be struggling with the content. The materials given will definitely help me to continue to explore BTC concepts and work in small groups with my students. We are very thankful for your generosity and for caring for our students education.","fullyFundedDate":1771559747042,"projectUrl":"project/build-a-thinking-classroom/10066804/","projectTitle":"Build a Thinking Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10421134"},{"teacherId":10253716,"projectId":9730803,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Help ESL Students Learn, Play, and Belong.\" Because of your generosity, my classroom now has volleyballs, Connect Four games, and the Heads Up party game—resources that have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nWe are using these materials during structured classroom breaks, team-building activities, SEL, and language practice sessions. As they played, they practiced speaking English by explaining their moves, asking questions, and encouraging their classmates. \r\n(That was awesome!) It was wonderful to hear students using phrases like \"Your turn,\" \"How did you guess that?\" \"I think you will win,\" and \"Good game!\" For many of my students who are still developing confidence in English, the games created a natural and low-pressure way to communicate with their peers.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them immediately asked if they could start playing. Some students who are usually quiet or shy became much more engaged. The volleyballs, in particular, brought a lot of joy during recess and outdoor activities. Students quickly formed teams and practiced together, laughing and cheering each other on. It was heartwarming to see them building friendships and feeling more comfortable with one another. In addition, we used the volleyball to practice for the schoolwide event called \" Volleyball for Heart\". It is an annual school event here at my school where ALL students have the chance to play volleyball and challenge another team or grade level. This year, my students are pretty confident that they will make it to the championship round since they have had a lot of practice sessions. Thanks for your generous donation!\r\n\r\nThese resources are also helping us create a stronger sense of belonging. Many ESL students can sometimes feel isolated, but games and sports give them opportunities to connect with classmates beyond language barriers. Through play, they are learning teamwork, communication, and confidence.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to use these materials to support both social-emotional and academic learning. During upcoming lessons, students will participate in cooperative group activities where they practice conversational English while playing strategy games. I also plan to incorporate reflection activities where students talk or write about the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and communication skills they practiced during the games.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped us create a classroom where students feel welcomed, included, and excited to participate. Thank you for helping my students learn, play, and truly feel like they belong.","fullyFundedDate":1763322672173,"projectUrl":"project/help-esl-students-learn-play-and-belon/9730803/","projectTitle":"Help ESL Students Learn, Play, and Belong","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mari Rose Magaoay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10253716"},{"teacherId":7939487,"projectId":9774235,"letterContent":"My heart is full as I share the impact your generosity has had on our classroom. Your support has officially turned my students into active citizen scientists and stewards of Hawai'i's unique biodiversity.\r\n\r\nOur Resources in Action\r\nWe are currently using the bee habitat and specimens to conduct a deep-dive investigation into our bees and production of bees. A standout moment occurred in January when we set up our observation station/ Hive box. One student, while looking at a specimen, realized just how small bees really are. They turned to their partner and said, \"If we don't protect their habitat, this whole part of our island's story disappears.\" It was a profound moment of empathy and scientific realization that connected perfectly back to our goal of fostering aloha 'āina.\r\n\r\nThe First Reaction\r\nWhen the worm farm and vibrant scientific markers arrived, the students were ecstatic. They were particularly fascinated by the vermicomposting kit—there were plenty of \"oohs\" and \"eeeks\" that quickly turned into curiosity. Seeing the worms in person made the concept of a \"no-waste cycle\" tangible. They immediately began discussing which scraps from their lunch could go back into the earth to feed our garden, echoing the sustainable cycles of our kūpuna.\r\n\r\nWhat's Next for Our Citizen Scientists\r\nNow that our foundation is set, our next step is to begin detailed scientific journaling. Using the new markers, students are creating botanical and entomological illustrations that document the relationship between the bees and native plants. We are also starting our weekly \"Waste Audit,\" where students will track how much food waste we divert from the landfill and transform into nutrient-rich compost.\r\n\r\nBy contributing to this project, you haven't just bought supplies; you've provided the tools for these children to see themselves as informed guardians of our islands.\r\n\r\nWith much aloha and gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1763415913156,"projectUrl":"project/aloha-ina-cultivating-conservation-wi/9774235/","projectTitle":"Aloha ‘Āina: Cultivating Conservation with a Living Ecosystem","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watarai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939487"},{"teacherId":9375426,"projectId":9392945,"letterContent":"The individual student whiteboards have been a game changer in my classroom. It has increased student engagement and has provided me a quick and easy way to check for understanding. Students have enjoyed the fast-paced, game-like reviews that involve the whiteboards. Students love to write on the whiteboards and it allows the freedom to write, erase, and try again with less pressure, unlike a paper worksheet. Since having the whiteboards, I can see my students being more focused and motivated to actively participate in class.","fullyFundedDate":1754251762726,"projectUrl":"project/empower-8th-grade-mindswhiteboards-for/9392945/","projectTitle":"Empower 8th Grade Minds—Whiteboards for Every Brilliant Brainstorm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shidaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375426"},{"teacherId":9375426,"projectId":9392937,"letterContent":"When the students and I received our new classroom organization supplies, we were thrilled to have items that will help student learn the importance of organization. Simple items like file folders, baskets, and a bookshelf may seem small, but to students they signal that their learning space matters. When materials are organized and accessible, students can feel more prepared and ready to learn. Many students express a sense of pride in having a clean and structured environment where they can easily find what they need. \r\nReceiving new supplies also made my students feel more valued and supported by their teacher. It showed that someone has invested time and effort in improving their classroom experience. Students became more motivated to keep the space tidy and take responsibility for our shared classroom materials. Overall, new classroom organization supplies helped boost confidence, independence, and created a more productive learning environment for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1751522804368,"projectUrl":"project/center-for-success-building-student-org/9392937/","projectTitle":"Center for Success: Building Student Organization Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shidaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375426"},{"teacherId":9375426,"projectId":9751378,"letterContent":"My students in my Health Services class were super excited to learn about and use the real-world healthcare equipment. These tools make the classroom feel more authentic and connected to real medical careers. Instead of just reading about vital signs, students were able to practice measuring and interpreting them. My students took pride in using the equipment as they were practicing with their partners, which helped them better see themselves in future healthcare roles.\r\nThe healthcare equipment not only increased student engagement, but helped students better understand professionalism, importance of teamwork, communication, and attention to detail. Overall, this project gave my students the supplies to help them feel more deeply connected to the content, while also strengthening their interest in pursuing health-related careers.","fullyFundedDate":1759454858875,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-health-stocking-the-classroom/9751378/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Health: Stocking the Classroom Clinic","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shidaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375426"},{"teacherId":9339952,"projectId":9782727,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have access to microphone technology that is transforming how they learn and express themselves. Instead of simply completing written assignments, students can record narration, interviews, reflections, and multimedia projects that strengthen speaking, listening, and storytelling skills. The microphones help them focus on clarity, pacing, and expression, deepening both communication and content understanding across subjects.\r\nWhat excites students most is hearing their own voices played back with professional sound quality. They are eager to experiment with recording techniques, add voiceovers to videos, and collaborate on audio projects. Many have shared that using real equipment makes them feel like \"real creators,\" which has increased both motivation and pride in their work.\r\nSeveral students who are typically quieter in class have especially connected with this technology. Recording allows them to rehearse, refine, and share ideas in a supportive way, building confidence over time. One student who is often hesitant to speak aloud eagerly volunteered to narrate a group project once he could record and re-record until satisfied. Experiences like this show how your gift is helping students find and strengthen their voices.\r\nThank you for investing in tools that amplify creativity, confidence, and authentic learning in our classroom. Your support is making a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1759611876953,"projectUrl":"project/speaking-up-helping-students-share-thei/9782727/","projectTitle":"Speaking Up: Helping Students Share Their Stories with Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ishida","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9339952"},{"teacherId":10294222,"projectId":9776193,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students at Waipahu Intermediate School, I want to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of snacks for our afterschool program.\r\n\r\nAs everyone knows, it is difficult to focus on anything if you're hungry. By the end of the school day, lunch was a long time ago so students have lower energy levels and hunger pangs which makes it difficult to engage in the lesson on hand. Thanks to your support, our students had the energy to stay focused, energized, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe snacks meant a lot to them. It was a message that their community cares about their well-being and success. They were truly excited to get such a wide variety of treats. Thank you again, couldn't have done this without your support!","fullyFundedDate":1759447164251,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-our-after-school-programs/9776193/","projectTitle":"Fuel Our After-School Programs!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tokunaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294222"},{"teacherId":10349548,"projectId":9902366,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the alternative seating and de-stressors for my students! We use the coloring books and markers after finishing assignments to wind down, and with our Standardized Testing coming up the students are looking forward to using it. In addition, the chairs and pillows have offered alternative seating so that they can get out of their rows and chairs.\r\n\r\nThe students were surprised and excited to see the different chairs and pillows, and they were glad to have the option to get up and work in different areas during worktime. I appreciate the opportunity to give them this option through the donations, as I am a new teacher and would not have been able to afford this otherwise.\r\n\r\nFor my classroom, my next step is getting alternate lighting so that they do not need to use the overhead light. In addition, I would like batteries and other things to keep this running. Thank you for everything!","fullyFundedDate":1763433450392,"projectUrl":"project/seating-and-de-stressors/9902366/","projectTitle":"Seating And De-Stressors!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10349548"},{"teacherId":10004731,"projectId":9776873,"letterContent":"The assistance that you all have provided has allowed our class (and school) to better host student voices. So far we have used the sound/microphone system to:\r\n\r\n- Provide better/clearer instruction in class,\r\n- Have students practice and present their ideas and projects,\r\n- Assist guest speakers share job opportunities on Career Day,\r\n- Host incoming 6th grade students for 7th Grade Orientation,\r\n- And of course play background music while our students work in class.\r\n\r\nI am hoping to make more improvements to our class so that we can create a safe and comfortable environment where our students feel excited to come to school and class!","fullyFundedDate":1761786423787,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-presentation-media-system-su/9776873/","projectTitle":"Classroom Presentation & Media System Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Watanabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004731"},{"teacherId":8828953,"projectId":9776673,"letterContent":"Thank you\" is not enough to express how much my students are enjoying the items made possible by your donations. Since the arrival of these resources, my students have shown a great amount of perseverance in earning their classroom tickets. They are more engaged than ever and truly happy to come to school, where they can learn and grow alongside their friends.\r\n\r\nAs an educator, seeing this transformation is incredibly rewarding. It reminds me that my hard work is not in vain, but is deeply appreciated and seen. Thank you again for your love and support in making this happen. May you continue to support educators like myself in making our classrooms a safe place for our keikis.","fullyFundedDate":1759455000468,"projectUrl":"project/the-kid-tastic-corner/9776673/","projectTitle":"The Kid-Tastic Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rheza Asuncion","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8828953"},{"teacherId":10314386,"projectId":9834505,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation! The items helped give me a safe area for students.\r\n\r\nI didn't have a pencil sharper for the longest time so my students were very happy to finally be able to sharpen their pencils with an electric sharpener instead of a hand-held one. \r\n\r\nI was able to use a lot of the items as incentives for my weekly incentive. In addition to being able to spend their advisory class period with me playing board games as a reward at the end of the week, they were also able to pick a stress ball or a pen to take home.\r\n\r\nThe wagon cart was used to transport various items across campus. It will also be used later this school year when we go off campus to clean a park in our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nI will continue to be able to provide a safe place for my students because of your donation. I am really grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769177436484,"projectUrl":"project/safe-place-for-students-and-community-en/9834505/","projectTitle":"Safe Place for Students and Community Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Saito","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10314386"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50820","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1113,"numTeachers":81,"percentFrplEligible":56,"percentAsian":59,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.6,"schoolId":50820,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Waipahu Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Waipahu Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/waipahu-intermediate-school/50820"}