{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hana High & Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":53.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7815992,"projectId":10104531,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for all the supplies.\r\n\r\nThe most impactful things were the fans. Our two classroom fans died over the course of this year. It didn't matter too much over the winter, but boy, is it making a big difference now. These last 5-6 weeks of school are the hottest of the year, and it is impossible to concentrate when you are uncomfortably hot. \r\n\r\nThe snacks are a big hit, as usual. I typically share them during after-school tutoring, which is a nice bonus for the kids who choose to go that extra mile academically.","fullyFundedDate":1771613343491,"projectUrl":"project/fans-cleaning-supplies-odds-and-ends/10104531/","projectTitle":"Fans, Cleaning Supplies, Odds and Ends","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7815992"},{"teacherId":9805210,"projectId":10004405,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful to DonorsChoose and our generous supporters for providing the organizational containers, snacks, pencils, cleaning supplies, and personal care items that have transformed our classroom. The reaction from the students was truly heartwarming; they were thrilled to unpack the new pencils and \"brain break\" snacks, but the inclusion of hair combs and products sparked a special sense of pride and belonging. It was a powerful moment for them to realize that a community of donors cares not only about their academics but also about their personal well-being and dignity.\r\n\r\nWith our new containers keeping our workstations tidy and the Clorox wipes helping us maintain a healthy environment. Your kindness has provided the essential tools and \"fuel\" my students need to stay focused and motivated, allowing us to spend less time worrying about supplies and more time engaged in meaningful learning. Thank you for investing in our success!","fullyFundedDate":1771443999241,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-education-through-safe-and/10004405/","projectTitle":"Strengthening Education Through Safe and Caring Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805210"},{"teacherId":7938662,"projectId":10109861,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity. Because of your support, our classroom has been transformed into a more organized, creative, and engaging place to learn. It is truly heartening to know that there is a community of people who value education and the success of my students as much as I do.\r\n\r\nHow Your Gifts Are Making an Impact:\r\nOrganization & Focus: The chair pockets and pencil cases have given my students a sense of ownership over their space. No more searching for lost pencils! With the addition of the headphones, students will be able to focus deeply on their individualized digital lessons without distraction.\r\n\r\nLiteracy & Math in Action: We are already putting the sentence strips and expo pens to work during our morning meetings. Whether we are mapping out story structures or solving math problems on whiteboards, these \"simple\" tools are the backbone of our daily learning.\r\n\r\nCreativity & Sensory Play: The cardstock, glue sticks, and pony beads have sparked so much joy in our art corner. My students are currently using them to build fine motor skills and express their personalities through hands-on projects.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our future and for making our classroom a place where every student has the tools they need to shine.","fullyFundedDate":1771784268585,"projectUrl":"project/finish-the-year-strong/10109861/","projectTitle":"Finish the Year Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938662"},{"teacherId":7681973,"projectId":10109938,"letterContent":"Your support in funding our Sewing Class has made such a huge impact on our students. Parents are purchasing their children sewing machines, now. Our kids are making their own clothes. Sewing has had a huge rebirth in popularity in our little town because of my students learning this life skill. \r\n\r\nStudents are almost finished with their dresses and aloha shirts that they all will be wearing for our May Day performance. The community will be able to see the work our kids have put into making their own clothes and our kids are so proud and excited to show it off. \r\n\r\nI can't begin to express the amount of gratitude I have for all those who have supported this program. It wouldn't have happened - it couldn't have happened without you.","fullyFundedDate":1771761825835,"projectUrl":"project/sewing-is-growing/10109938/","projectTitle":"Sewing is Growing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7681973_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x1008,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670284323607","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7681973"},{"teacherId":10276909,"projectId":9754689,"letterContent":"Cant thank you enough for restocking my 5th grade class with essential needs. It's almost the ending of the school year but we are glad we can still keep our classroom clean and organized. \r\n\r\nKids were so excited to see new recess activities which means more choices. The smiles on their faces light up the world. \r\n\r\nOur students have sharp skills like the new pencil sharpeners and colorful minds like the new markets. They are always eager to learn more and strive with what we have available.\r\n\r\nThank you again for all your donations.","fullyFundedDate":1769632946539,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-our-5th-grade-classroom/9754689/","projectTitle":"Restocking our 5th grade classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kalunu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276909"},{"teacherId":2058333,"projectId":10104729,"letterContent":"We are so grateful that you considered and contributed to our \"Finish Strong\" project. This quarter has been challenging with all the storms impacting our islands and school. Last week was our first full week of school since quarter four began. We have a lot of work to complete before the school year ends, and \"Finish Strong\" is our focus.\r\n\r\nThe students were excited to receive their new folders, which did not have another studentʻs name written on it. They will do their final written project using the materials. They will start with their brain storming of ideas for their writing, then outline, their rough draft and then their final draft. I am hoping these new supplies will give them the push that they need to \"finish strong\".","fullyFundedDate":1771634876031,"projectUrl":"project/finish-strong/10104729/","projectTitle":"Finish Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosma-Gonsalves","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2058333"},{"teacherId":10348751,"projectId":9891458,"letterContent":"Your support in providing the classroom tools has made a huge impact on me and my students. We are able to utilize and organize the supplies that you have provided in all our subjects, Hawaiian language arts, math, art, science, a so on. I have also put some of the supplies to use for keeping my desk neat and situating my lesson planning, grading, and teaching in an organized matter. \r\n\r\nThis project has directly impacted my students in only positive ways. When my students first saw the supplies, they were surprised at first, then happy and excited to use them in class. Though some supplies were used for teacher-use only, they were still so content with the possibility that our classroom could be filled with nice, new school supplies. There were a lot of the supplies that were necessary, but often go unseen by anyone other than the teacher. Because of your help with this project, my first year of teaching has been going way more smoother than it was in the beginning of the year without these supplies. My students also feel a bit special being able to be the first ones using this school supplies, and it makes them engage more with the lessons when theyʻre able to use it. \r\n\r\nMy hopes are to continue utilizing these supplies this year and for many more years to come. We have been using our supplies almost everyday, like our clipboards, highlighters, color pencils, erasers, alphabet posters, and more. Iʻm planning on using our math manipulatives and games more often as we move into our fraction lesson plans after spring break and building more of the STEM kits for our science lessons as well. Iʻm very excited to be able to use all of the tools and supplies that you have so graciously contributed to. My students and I are so, very grateful and thankful for all of this! Mahalo a nui loa!","fullyFundedDate":1763609673728,"projectUrl":"project/building-upon-foundational-life-skills/9891458/","projectTitle":"Building Upon Foundational Life Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Temiʻi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10348751_orig.jpg?crop=744,744,x392,y296&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763173120319","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10348751"},{"teacherId":8096538,"projectId":9773846,"letterContent":"I am writing to share a heartfelt thank you for your recent support of our classroom. It is one thing to have a vision for a supportive, engaging learning environment, but it is entirely another thing to have the tools to actually build it. Thanks to you, that vision is now a reality.\r\n\r\nI wanted to give you a quick \"behind the scenes\" look at how your contribution is already shaping our students' day-to-day experience:\r\n\r\nCollaboration at the Center: The new group tables have completely changed our room's energy. Instead of students sitting in isolated rows, I now see them leaning in, working together, and tackling problems as a team.\r\n\r\nOrganization Equals Focus: With the new folders and supplies, the \"chaos\" of searching for materials has vanished. My students are starting their lessons calm, prepared, and ready to focus on the work at hand rather than distractions.\r\n\r\nA Teacher Ready to Teach: It might sound small, but having a sturdy, comfortable chair means I can spend less time struggling with equipment and more time moving among the students, sitting at their level, and providing the one-on-one guidance they need to thrive.\r\n\r\nSustainability & Longevity: The laminator has already become our favorite tool! It allows us to preserve high-quality learning materials that we can use, reuse, and share for years to come. It feels great to be able to build a library of resources that will support future classes, too.\r\n\r\nYou have given my students more than just supplies; you have given them a space that says, \"You are worth investing in.\" When students feel comfortable and organized, they are naturally more creative, collaborative, and confident.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students' potential and for being a vital part of their success story this year.","fullyFundedDate":1769632946508,"projectUrl":"project/success-starts-with-supplies/9773846/","projectTitle":"Success Starts with Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kumu Kaleinani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8096538_orig.jpg?crop=1621,1621,x0,y1119&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739310962480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8096538"},{"teacherId":7938662,"projectId":9786047,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to DonorsChoose and the generous donors who supported our classroom!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we were able to complete our Piggie and Elephant collection and add new \"Then and Now\" history books. These stories are already building literacy skills and sparking curiosity about the world around us.\r\n\r\nOur new recess balls are helping students practice teamwork and healthy habits, while our kindness books are guiding meaningful conversations about empathy and friendship. The laminating pouches will help us preserve anchor charts and student work all year long.\r\n\r\nWe are especially excited to use the gingerbread men during our Christmas activities and our \"Dress Me for the Weather\" sloth for hands-on science learning each day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity fills our classroom with joy, opportunity, and love of learning. We are deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1765943008257,"projectUrl":"project/deck-the-halls-with-learning/9786047/","projectTitle":"Deck the Halls With Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938662"},{"teacherId":7816038,"projectId":9774868,"letterContent":"My students were so happy when our resources arrived. We are using these resources every single day to conquer our \"focus hurdles.\" The noise-canceling headphones have turned our busy room into a quiet sanctuary for those who need peace to read, while the flexible seating lets students move their bodies just enough to keep their minds on their work. Most importantly, the healthy snacks have been a total game-changer. No one can learn on an empty stomach, and that mid-morning boost keeps their energy steady and their frustrations low.","fullyFundedDate":1759595773015,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-sensory/9774868/","projectTitle":"Flexible Sensory","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Malia Fuhrmann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7816038"},{"teacherId":8020653,"projectId":9686618,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contributions to restock our classroom science supplies. Your kindness has made an immediate and meaningful difference for my middle and high school students. Because of your support, we are now able to provide hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and make science come alive in ways that textbooks alone cannot achieve.\r\n\r\nWith the new materials, students are actively engaging in experiments, collaborating with their peers, and building critical thinking skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom. For many of them, these opportunities are not just enriching—they are transformative. Your donation has helped create an environment where every student has access to the tools they need to explore, question, and discover.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our school community, thank you for believing in the importance of science education and for investing in their futures. Your generosity inspires us all, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1765655524982,"projectUrl":"project/science-supply-restock/9686618/","projectTitle":"Science Supply Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hi'i","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8020653_orig.jpg?crop=877,877,x218,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719000687026","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8020653"},{"teacherId":8055383,"projectId":8181370,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students are learning mathematics in ways that feel alive, meaningful, and deeply connected to their community.\r\n\r\nWe use these new supplies during our weekly math lab field trips to help revitalize a local lokowai (brackish fishpond). Instead of only solving problems on paper, students collect real data from the pond itself. They measure water depth, calculate ratios and proportions for salinity levels, track temperature changes, and record statistics about plant growth and biodiversity. Math has become something they can see, touch, and apply with purpose.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were excited and eager to get started right away. There was a noticeable shift in energy — they weren't asking, \"Do we have to do math?\" but rather, \"When do we get to test the water?\" and \"Can I carry the equipment?\" Having real scientific tools made them feel trusted, capable, and like true researchers caring for their ʻāina.\r\n\r\nOne special moment happened during our first data-collection day. A group of students compared salinity readings from two areas of the pond and began debating why one side supported more limu growth. They used their measurements to form hypotheses and proudly explained their reasoning to classmates. They weren't just practicing math skills — they were thinking critically and solving real-world problems together.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue gathering data to look for patterns over time. They'll create graphs, analyze trends, and present their findings, connecting math, science, and stewardship. Our goal is for them to design recommendations to help restore the lokowai's ecosystem using the evidence they collect.\r\n\r\nYour support has transformed math from abstract numbers on a page into meaningful learning rooted in place, culture, and responsibility. Mahalo for helping our students become confident mathematicians and caretakers of their community.","fullyFundedDate":1706702759626,"projectUrl":"project/ethnomathematics-in-the-lokowai/8181370/","projectTitle":"Ethnomathematics in the Lokowai","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kaimana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8055383_orig.jpg?crop=1542,1542,x0,y806&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677754127152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8055383"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50972","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":368,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":70,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"13.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":46.7,"schoolId":50972,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hana High & Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hana High & Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/maui-school-district/hana-school/50972"}