{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"King Kekaulike High School","outOfStateSupporters":43.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6741326,"projectId":9772621,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for the writing supplies, LED lights, and whiteboards. These aren't just \"stuff\" to us; they've completely shifted the energy in my history classroom. We immediately used the LED lights to set a \"study cafe\" vibe, and seeing the room transform from a sterile box into a cozy, intentional space for learning made a huge difference in their focus. They treat the new pens and paper with a lot of respect because they know someone out there invested in their success.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are using the whiteboards almost daily for \"Quick-Fire Analysis.\" For example, during our lesson on the French Revolution, I projected a political cartoon from 1789 and had everyone sketch out the symbolism on their boards. It's a total game-changer to see 30 boards go up at once—I can instantly see who is grasping the concept and who needs a little more support without anyone feeling put on the spot. My favorite moment so far was watching a usually quiet student meticulously \"ink\" a mock Bill of Rights using the new pens; having high-quality materials made him feel like his work was official and important.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're gearing up for our \"Living Museum\" project. The students are currently using the whiteboards to storyboard exhibits on the Industrial Revolution, and we'll be using the LED lights to highlight their specific \"booths\" during our gallery walk next week. They'll be using the writing supplies to hand-author curator cards for their displays. You've given them the tools to be more than just students; you've helped them become historians. Thank you for making our classroom a place they want to be.","fullyFundedDate":1759447278735,"projectUrl":"project/making-our-days-shine/9772621/","projectTitle":"Making Our Days Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Van Alstine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6741326"},{"teacherId":2825022,"projectId":6948443,"letterContent":"These tools give our students the pride for their work that they were missing. It unlocked new ways to be more creative in the classroom. On behalf of the students and teachers of King Kekaulike High School, we would like to thank you for your donation to our school. With the items we received it gave our students real life tools and materials to enhance their education. Giving them more pride in their work. With donors like you, you help us teachers give the students a better education. Mahalo!!","fullyFundedDate":1666948717184,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-students-connected-and-up-to-dat/6948443/","projectTitle":"Keeping Students Connected and Up to Date with Industry Standards","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Arakawa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2825022_orig.png?crop=4429,4429,x108,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771538363310","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kkhs-arakawa"},{"teacherId":2825022,"projectId":7958127,"letterContent":"These tools give our students the pride for their work that they were missing. It unlocked new ways to be more creative in the classroom. On behalf of the students and teachers of King Kekaulike High School, we would like to thank you for your donation to our school. With the items we received it gave our students real life tools and materials to enhance their education. Giving them more pride in their work. With donors like you, you help us teachers give the students a better education. Mahalo!!","fullyFundedDate":1698004132556,"projectUrl":"project/making-student-voices-heard/7958127/","projectTitle":"Making Student Voices Heard","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Arakawa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2825022_orig.png?crop=4429,4429,x108,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771538363310","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kkhs-arakawa"},{"teacherId":2825022,"projectId":7215450,"letterContent":"These tools give our students the pride for their work that they were missing. It unlocked new ways to be more creative in the classroom. On behalf of the students and teachers of King Kekaulike High School, we would like to thank you for your donation to our school. With the items we received it gave our students real life tools and materials to enhance their education. Giving them more pride in their work. With donors like you, you help us teachers give the students a better education. Mahalo!!","fullyFundedDate":1677955615776,"projectUrl":"project/making-student-voices-heard/7215450/","projectTitle":"Making Student Voices Heard","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Arakawa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2825022_orig.png?crop=4429,4429,x108,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771538363310","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kkhs-arakawa"},{"teacherId":6579392,"projectId":9773773,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! High schoolers are notoriously hungry, and providing them with these snacks does more than just fill their stomachs—it shows them they are cared for and helps them focus on their lessons rather than their hunger. The new microwave-safe bowls and cups have already become a classroom staple, making our space feel a little more like a community \"home base.\"\r\n\r\nBeyond the essentials, the Lego set has been a huge hit during study hall. It's wonderful to see students put down their phones and collaborate on a hands-on project. Combined with the new highlighters and the glue gun I used to brighten up our walls, the classroom feels more welcoming and organized than ever. Thank you for investing in my students' comfort and creativity!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1759289253125,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-all/9773773/","projectTitle":"Snacks for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6579392"},{"teacherId":6579392,"projectId":8883481,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Math & Comfort\" project! It is a simple truth that a hungry student cannot concentrate on variables and equations. By providing these snacks, you have removed a major barrier to learning, allowing my students to focus on the math in front of them rather than their empty stomachs.\r\n\r\nThe transformation of our physical space has been just as impactful. The string lights and fake ivy have replaced harsh overhead lighting with a warm, homey glow that immediately lowers the \"math anxiety\" in the room. Plus, our new robot vacuum is a total celebrity—it keeps our learning space clean and organized without missing a beat. Thank you for making our classroom a place where students truly want to be!\r\n\r\nWith deep appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1729336871315,"projectUrl":"project/clean-floors-and-snacks/8883481/","projectTitle":"Clean Floors and Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6579392"},{"teacherId":10103344,"projectId":9789616,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for supporting our classroom with these cleaning supplies. It might seem like a small thing, but having the right materials has made a big difference in how our classroom feels every day. The space is cleaner, more comfortable, and my students take more pride in where they learn.\r\nWe've built the supplies into our daily routines. Students rotate responsibilities like wiping down tables, swiffering, and organizing shared areas. One moment that stood out was after a hands-on activity when a group of students stayed back to clean without being asked. They were talking story, laughing, and working together, proud of how the classroom looked when they finished. I overheard some students talking about how they love our classroom because itʻs so clean.\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, students were excited and curious. They immediately started organizing everything and talking about how we could keep the classroom nice. It gave them a real sense of ownership over the space.\r\nThese simple routines help students see that mālama starts right where they are. Thank you for helping us create a classroom that feels cared for and respected every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1765587505403,"projectUrl":"project/from-mess-to-success/9789616/","projectTitle":"From Mess to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kumu Pumehana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10103344"},{"teacherId":9990014,"projectId":9867232,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your donation of school supplies has had on my Social Studies inclusion classes. They tore through the boxes like it was Christmas morning! \r\nThese materials have really helped our students to engage with the curriculum. For our inclusion learners who face various learning challenges, these aren't just \"supplies.\" They are the tools that bridge the gap between the different ways in which our students learn. Recently, students used your gifts to create brilliant presentations on the three branches of our government!\r\nThank you for providing the resources that make our social studies classes come alive!","fullyFundedDate":1762693207545,"projectUrl":"project/25-26-restock/9867232/","projectTitle":"25-26 Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Doherty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9990014"},{"teacherId":8828973,"projectId":9060721,"letterContent":"The arrival of our new scissors and precision knives has completely changed the energy in our high school classroom. High-quality, sharp tools are not just a luxury; they are essential for safety and precision in vocational arts. When my students first unboxed the materials, there was a palpable sense of respect. They immediately recognized that these were \"professional\" tools, which signaled to them that their work was being taken seriously by the community. \r\nWe recently put these tools to use in different projects like carving, creating architectural home models, and collages. I watched one student, who had previously struggled with dull, frustrated cuts, finally achieve a clean, smooth finish on their work. The \"aha!\" moment when they realized how a sharp edge allows for true control was incredible. Beyond just making things, they are learning the \"Sharp Tools Contract\"—the responsibility and focus required to handle professional-grade equipment safely. \r\nBecause we now have the right resources, we can attempt more complex designs that were previously impossible. Your contribution has empowered these students to see themselves as true makers and future tradespeople. Thank you for giving them the sharp tools they need to cut a path toward their future.","fullyFundedDate":1746785463495,"projectUrl":"project/sharp-and-safe-tools-for-creativity-pr/9060721/","projectTitle":"Sharp and Safe Tools for Creativity & Productivity (Art)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. E De Castro Giacometto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8828973_orig.jpg?crop=3468,3468,x0,y786&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736890823000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8828973"},{"teacherId":7932266,"projectId":9773557,"letterContent":"Many thanks for the donations which allowed me to purchase shool supplies and snacks. Students were able to get writing utensils and paper so that they could actively participate in the lessons,\r\n In addition many students/ families are enduring financial hardships with the price of rent. utilities, and groceries consistently rising. The snacks provided nourishment and energy to facilitate learning. The island of Maui is still reeling from the wild fires that destroyed Lahaina.\r\n In closing both the students and myself appreciate the contributions.","fullyFundedDate":1759358464510,"projectUrl":"project/2025-26-snacks-and-school-supplies/9773557/","projectTitle":"2025-26 Snacks and School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schellhammer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932266"},{"teacherId":6741338,"projectId":9773967,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our students at King Kekaulike High School! Living in a small community we do not have many supplies or resources available for our students and their families, so your donations help our students learn! Sometimes as teachers we need to use our own money to fund our labs, which becomes expensive. The cost of living in Hawaii is very high, and it was such a relief to be able to purchase lab supplies with your thoughtful, generous donation. \r\n\r\nWe were able to use the vinegar and karo syrup for our osmosis lab, where we soaked eggs in different liquids and depending on what the egg was soaked in, the egg either gained mass, lost mass, or stayed the same. The eggs we soaked in karo syrup lost mass, the eggs soaked in vinegar stayed the same, and we soaked eggs in water and they gained mass. The students were surprised at how much liquids came out of the egg in karo syrup - it looked nasty!\r\n\r\nMahalo nui loa (thank you very much) for supporting our students with your generous donation!!!","fullyFundedDate":1759418751899,"projectUrl":"project/learn-with-labs/9773967/","projectTitle":"Learn with Labs!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Asuncion","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6741338"},{"teacherId":10103344,"projectId":9784798,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your generosity and belief in our students. Because of you, our classroom now has an in-class mini library filled with books and reading materials that students can access every day. These new texts have already made a powerful impact on our learning environment. These new texts help students build important skills like confidence, focus, comprehension, and the ability to think deeply and ask questions. Just as importantly, they help students see themselves in stories and ideas, which makes learning feel more personal and meaningful.\r\nReading in our classroom now looks like students quietly settling in with a book they chose themselves, taking time to slow down, and sharing excitement about what they're reading with classmates. The mini library has become a comforting and welcoming part of our day — a place where students feel safe to explore, wonder, and grow.\r\nSome of the students who have been most impacted are those who previously struggled or felt disconnected from reading. Having access to books that match their interests has helped them feel more capable and proud. Seeing students pick up a book on their own, stay engaged longer, or recommend a title to a friend has been incredibly meaningful.\r\nYour kindness goes far beyond providing books. It reminds our students that there are people out there who care about them, their stories, and their futures. Mahalo for helping us create a classroom filled with opportunity, care, and a growing love for reading.","fullyFundedDate":1760387210489,"projectUrl":"project/he-moolelo-ko-kkou/9784798/","projectTitle":"He Moʻolelo ko Kākou","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kumu Pumehana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10103344"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62432","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1217,"numTeachers":73,"percentFrplEligible":56,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":24,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":21,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":56.1,"schoolId":62432,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about King Kekaulike High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"King Kekaulike High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/maui-school-district/king-kekaulike-high-school/62432"}