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The freshmen outnumbered the sophomores and juniors combined, but the activity brought them together in way that transcended those differences.","fullyFundedDate":1741885333135,"projectUrl":"project/expressing-ourselves-visually-and-vibran/9157241/","projectTitle":"Expressing Ourselves Visually and Vibrantly","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morrison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1956988_orig.jpg?crop=953,953,x0,y373&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627443856229","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisathompson808"},{"teacherId":9338344,"projectId":9772234,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Health Services program! Your generosity has provided our students with high-quality anatomical models and educational posters that bring our lessons to life. These resources make complex concepts tangible—allowing students to explore, question, and truly understand the human body in ways that textbooks alone can't offer. Seeing their curiosity and engagement grow with these new tools has been amazing.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students are gaining a deeper appreciation for health science and developing the foundational knowledge they'll need for future careers in healthcare. The models and visuals have transformed our classroom into an interactive, hands-on learning environment that sparks excitement and discovery every day. We are so grateful for your investment in our students' learning and for helping us build the next generation of health professionals!","fullyFundedDate":1759200957228,"projectUrl":"project/health-services-start-up/9772234/","projectTitle":"Health Services Start Up","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338344"},{"teacherId":9338344,"projectId":8885775,"letterContent":"I want to extend a huge thank-you to everyone who supported our weight room equipment project! Because of your generosity, our students now have access to safe, functional, and motivating equipment that helps them take ownership of their physical growth and well-being. Watching their excitement as they train with new gear has been inspiring—your support has turned an ordinary space into a place where students can push themselves and build confidence every day.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is doing more than improving our weight room—it's helping us build a culture of strength, discipline, and perseverance across our athletic and PE programs. The impact of your donation will be felt for years as students use this equipment to prepare for their sports, develop lifelong fitness habits, and learn what it means to work hard toward their goals. Thank you for investing in their success and believing in our vision for a stronger school community!","fullyFundedDate":1729377529277,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-equipment-and-entertainmen/8885775/","projectTitle":"Strengthening Equipment and Entertainment in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338344"},{"teacherId":9338344,"projectId":8909133,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support in funding our soccer equipment project! Your contribution means so much to our student-athletes, who now have the opportunity to train, learn, and play with proper gear that builds both skill and confidence. Seeing their excitement when the equipment arrived reminded me how powerful community support can be in helping students feel valued and motivated.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our players can focus on teamwork, discipline, and growth both on and off the field. This equipment will elevate practices, improve safety, and strengthen our program as we continue to grow. From all of us students, coaches, and future athletes thank you for believing in our team and investing in their potential. Your generosity truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1730248991201,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-equipment/8909133/","projectTitle":"Soccer Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338344"},{"teacherId":5227891,"projectId":9158150,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your contributions to our classroom. We appreciate you helping to feed our stduents when they are hungry!\r\n\r\nYour contributions have allowed hungry students to focus better during class time. The snacks provided by this project also helped to reward students for positive behavior and classroom progress.\r\n\r\nIt seems simple, but snacks really do make a huge impact for teenagersʻ mental health and well-being. Some of our students do not have access to snacks at home, and for them, these snacks were extra meaninfgul.","fullyFundedDate":1741913502461,"projectUrl":"project/maui-students-are-hungry/9158150/","projectTitle":"Maui Students are Hungry!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frost","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5227891_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520639719154","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5227891"},{"teacherId":3662165,"projectId":9165330,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and giving with my Donors Choose. This allowed my counseling office space to feel welcoming and inviting. I know that many high schoolers are hungry and need a snack to get them through the day. Having healthy snacks available to them helps them be successful in their classes. \r\n\r\nWhen I first stocked up on snacks from the Donors Choose project, a group of teenage boys came in to say hi at break time. When they asked if I had a snack, and I told them I did, they were so excited. Once the word got out that I had snacks, they started to go pretty quickly. \r\n\r\nI know that school can feel long and challenging for lots of teenagers. Having a comfortable space to talk, connect, and have a snack makes the day go well. Thank you for making this happen for many students.","fullyFundedDate":1742141993233,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-growing-teenagers/9165330/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Growing Teenagers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Haas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3662165_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472183369779","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3662165"},{"teacherId":9371661,"projectId":9170369,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for your generosity in helping us bring our library to life. Thanks to your support, our students now have access to a welcoming space filled with resources that inspire curiosity, spark imagination, and support learning. From the moment the doors opened, students eagerly explored the shelves, excitedly pointing out titles that caught their eye. Several shared how much they appreciate not only the wide selection of books but also having a quiet place to read, reflect, and relax during the school day. Already, the library is becoming a cornerstone of our school community. Students regularly visit the library during non-instructional time to read and study. One student summed up the excitement best, commenting, \"The book selection is really good!\"\r\n\r\nThis project has also provided opportunities for creativity and ownership beyond reading. Our creative media students designed the library's branding and created custom signs to mark each genre, giving the space a unique identity that reflects our school's spirit. Their work not only beautified the library but also gave them real-world experience in design and communication. Your gift has created more than just a library; it has opened the door to new opportunities for exploration, creativity, and joy for every student who walks through its doors.","fullyFundedDate":1742140837845,"projectUrl":"project/operation-open-our-library/9170369/","projectTitle":"Operation Open Our Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371661_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705529944010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371661"},{"teacherId":4437563,"projectId":7739270,"letterContent":"We want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contributions, which made it possible for our Kūlanihākoʻi students to create their first AVID Science Notebooks. Thanks to your support, we were able to provide essential binders and supplies for their integrated science and marine biology classes. These notebooks are vital tools that will help our students organize their learning, develop critical thinking skills, and foster a deeper engagement with scientific inquiry. Your investment directly impacts their academic success and empowers them to thrive in their scientific journeys.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly made a tangible difference in the educational experience of our students. The ability to furnish each student with these crucial materials ensures they have the resources needed to excel in their Science endeavors. We are incredibly grateful for your commitment to our students' growth and for helping us cultivate a more effective and organized learning environment at Kūlanihākoʻi. Mahalo nui loa for being such an integral part of their academic development and for supporting the future scientists of Kūlanihākoʻi!","fullyFundedDate":1695761332721,"projectUrl":"project/klanihkoi-makes-their-first-interacti/7739270/","projectTitle":"Kūlanihākoʻi Makes Their First Interactive Notebooks.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4437563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498603529301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachfitz"},{"teacherId":4437563,"projectId":9160378,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of stand-up whiteboards to our Integrated Science and Marine Biology students at Kūlanihākoʻi. Your contribution has made a significant impact on our ability to foster collaborative learning experiences. With seven groups now able to work simultaneously, these whiteboards have truly transformed our classroom environment. It was amazing to witness the immediate and profound engagement of our students; they truly embraced the opportunity to visualize their ideas and work together in dynamic and interactive ways.\r\n\r\nThe stand-up whiteboards have proven to be an invaluable tool, allowing our students to easily share their thoughts, brainstorm solutions, and collaborate effectively on complex scientific concepts such as Genetically Modified Organisms and Climate Change. The level of engagement and teamwork we've observed since their arrival has been exceptional. Thank you again for your commitment to enriching the educational experience of our students and for providing resources that empower them to learn and grow together.","fullyFundedDate":1742934160440,"projectUrl":"project/collaborative-science-on-dry-erase-board/9160378/","projectTitle":"Collaborative Science on Dry Erase Boards 2/7","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4437563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498603529301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachfitz"},{"teacherId":4437563,"projectId":9153073,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of stand-up whiteboards to our Integrated Science and Marine Biology students at Kūlanihākoʻi. Your contribution has made a significant impact on our ability to foster collaborative learning experiences. With seven groups now able to work simultaneously, these whiteboards have truly transformed our classroom environment. It was amazing to witness the immediate and profound engagement of our students; they truly embraced the opportunity to visualize their ideas and work together in dynamic and interactive ways.\r\n\r\nThe stand-up whiteboards have proven to be an invaluable tool, allowing our students to easily share their thoughts, brainstorm solutions, and collaborate effectively on complex scientific concepts such as Genetically Modified Organims and Climate Change. The level of engagement and teamwork we've observed since their arrival has been exceptional. Thank you again for your commitment to enriching the educational experience of our students and for providing resources that empower them to learn and grow together.","fullyFundedDate":1741659597221,"projectUrl":"project/collaborative-science-on-dry-erase-board/9153073/","projectTitle":"Collaborative Science on Dry Erase Boards","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4437563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498603529301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachfitz"},{"teacherId":4437563,"projectId":8221893,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contributions to our DonorsChoose project, which funded dissection kits and cow eyes for the students of Kūlanihākoʻi. Thanks to your support, our students recently had the incredible opportunity to engage in hands-on exploration of ocular anatomy. This experience went far beyond what textbooks or diagrams could offer, allowing them to visualize and understand the intricate structures of the eye in a tangible and unforgettable way. Your commitment to science education has provided a truly impactful learning experience that will undoubtedly spark curiosity and deepen their understanding of biology.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in the classroom during the dissections was palpable. Students meticulously worked through the kits, identifying the cornea, lens, retina, and optic nerve, and gaining a newfound appreciation for the complexity of vision. This kind of experiential learning is invaluable; it not only reinforces theoretical knowledge but also develops critical thinking skills, observation techniques, and a collaborative spirit. Many students expressed amazement at what they discovered, and for some, this project may well be the first step towards a future in STEM fields.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of the entire Kūlanihākoʻi 'Ohana, especially our budding scientists, thank you for making this project a reality. Your generosity has provided our students with a unique and enriching educational experience that they will remember for years to come. We are so grateful for your belief in our students and our mission to provide them with the best possible learning opportunities. Mahalo nui loa!","fullyFundedDate":1708285971745,"projectUrl":"project/bovine-eyeball-dissection/8221893/","projectTitle":"Bovine Eyeball Dissection","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4437563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498603529301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachfitz"},{"teacherId":9936364,"projectId":9162476,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the gardening tools they were extremely excited about using them. They started learning how to put the gloves on and helped to place the items in the garden tools area. Since then, the students are so excited to see their hard work paying off and plants growing. They put on the gloves, and a visor and head out to do gardening daily. See pictures.\r\nHowever, the impact of your donations has been transforming to the entire high school. General education students are becoming interested in our garden and speaking with my community based instruction class, asking questions, and my students are answering questions directly with the information they have learned about gardening. My shy students are able to communicate outside of their comfort zone. \r\nThe janitors cart has yet to become fully operational with tools like a push broom and mop, but the students love to use it to push cleaning bottles, towels, etc., when cleaning at the end of the day, and collecting the trash with it. \r\nWe sincerely appreciate your help getting our life skills classes in gardening and janitorial services off the ground, (or in the ground)!","fullyFundedDate":1742040174580,"projectUrl":"project/career-life-skills-for-special-educati/9162476/","projectTitle":"Career & Life Skills for Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carlson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9936364"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_130444","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":170,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":56,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":24,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":32,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 10","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.7,"schoolId":130444,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kūlanihākoʻi High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kūlanihākoʻi High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/maui-school-district/kihei-high-school/130444"}