{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lanai Elementary High School","outOfStateSupporters":54.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9316387,"projectId":10660758,"letterContent":"Our 4th grade students have been excited to use the new materials in our classroom! The snacks and glow-in-the-dark items have made our classroom store a meaningful part of our reward system. Students earn classroom money by showing responsibility, completing their work, helping others, and making positive choices. They enjoy saving their money and making thoughtful decisions about what they would like to purchase. This has helped turn everyday classroom habits into opportunities to practice responsibility, patience, and decision-making.\r\n\r\nThe other materials have also supported hands-on learning. Our students are learning to care for our classroom fish by helping with age-appropriate aquarium responsibilities, and the basketball gives them opportunities to practice teamwork, coordination, cooperation, and sportsmanship during P.E. During science activities, students use materials such as dish soap, working gloves, and cleaning supplies as they investigate, make observations, and care for our shared classroom materials. Students especially enjoy learning by doing and working together. As we continue our science and planting activities, these resources will help our students explore, ask questions, solve problems, and take greater responsibility for their classroom and learning environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make these meaningful learning experiences possible for our 4th grade students. 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Technology and hands-on materials help make learning more interactive and allow students to work at their own pace while building confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is having resources that make learning feel rewarding and enjoyable. Students especially look forward to using the new materials during learning activities and as part of our classroom reward system. I have seen students who may sometimes struggle to stay focused become more motivated to complete their work and make positive choices. These resources are helping create a classroom where students feel encouraged to learn, participate, and celebrate their progress.\r\n\r\nThank you to our generous donors for investing in our students and helping make our classroom a place where learning can be engaging, meaningful, and exciting. Your support is making a positive impact on our 4th Grade ʻOhana!","fullyFundedDate":1698048877034,"projectUrl":"project/revolutionizing-education-the-role-of/7958580/","projectTitle":"\"Revolutionizing Education: the Role of Cutting-Edge Technology in Learning Enhancement\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DELA CRUZ","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9316387_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784695308984","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9316387"},{"teacherId":5414041,"projectId":6954445,"letterContent":"Your generosity brought so much excitement and possibility into our kindergarten classroom! The Magic Boards quickly became a favorite for practicing letters, numbers, and writing, while the rekenreks, ten frames, dice, and cups transformed math practice into hands-on experiences. Instead of simply talking about numbers, my students were able to touch, build, count, write, and explain their mathematical thinking.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding moments was watching my students learn alongside one another. During centers, they took turns, shared materials, encouraged their friends, and celebrated each other's successes. Headphones gave students the independence to focus on their own learning while showing consideration for classmates around them. These seemingly simple resources created opportunities for problem-solving, teamwork, independence, and confidence—skills that extended far beyond the academic lesson. I saw children who were once hesitant become excited to participate and children who needed extra practice gain confidence through repeated, joyful learning experiences.\r\n\r\nBecause of our donors, our classroom became a place where learning felt exciting, accessible, and meaningful. We continued using these resources as we built our literacy and math skills and strengthened our classroom ʻohana. Each new lesson gave my students another opportunity to practice, collaborate, and grow together. Your support did more than provide classroom supplies—it helped create moments of discovery, encouraged children to believe in themselves, and gave each student the opportunity to experience the joy of learning. For that, our kindergarten ʻohana was truly grateful. Mahalo for investing in our children and helping make their learning journey so special!","fullyFundedDate":1667115268060,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-ohana/6954445/","projectTitle":"Fostering 'Ohana","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chew","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5414041_orig.jpg?crop=708,709,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765170843554","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5414041"},{"teacherId":5414041,"projectId":10109027,"letterContent":"Your support has made a meaningful difference in my kindergarten classroom. Because of your generosity, my students have access to quality art and book-making materials that make literacy more engaging, hands-on, and meaningful. They were so excited to use the new materials—many of them could hardly wait to jump right in and start writing!\r\n\r\nThe impact goes beyond the materials themselves. I see students becoming more confident in sharing their ideas, taking pride in their work, and beginning to see themselves as authors and illustrators. They are learning that their words, drawings, and ideas have value—and that is a powerful message for a young learner.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where literacy is not just something they learn, but something they experience through creativity, imagination, and joy. Your generosity is helping our young learners discover that they have stories to tell and the ability to bring those stories to life.","fullyFundedDate":1771714229238,"projectUrl":"project/creating-writing-growing/10109027/","projectTitle":"Creating, Writing, Growing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chew","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5414041_orig.jpg?crop=708,709,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765170843554","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5414041"},{"teacherId":8824233,"projectId":10104751,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping provide recess equipment for our 3rd and 4th grade students! The impact has been wonderful to see. Our students now have more choices during recess, more opportunities to be active, and positive ways to play and connect with their peers.\r\n\r\nThe equipment gave our students exactly what they needed—an outlet for their energy and more structured opportunities to play together. We have seen students excited to get outside, engage with one another, and enjoy recess in a positive way.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these materials are being used and loved by our students every day. Your generosity made a real difference in their school experience, and we are incredibly thankful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1771562234628,"projectUrl":"project/recess-equipment-for-learning-student-su/10104751/","projectTitle":"Recess Equipment for learning student success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Menze","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8824233_orig.jpg?crop=1222,1222,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771458976349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8824233"},{"teacherId":9342420,"projectId":10314147,"letterContent":"Your generosity has brought creativity and confidence to our classroom. Students were excited to see the colorful new materials and immediately began sharing ideas about what they wanted to make.\r\n\r\nWe are using the supplies for hands-on art, classroom projects, and self-expression activities. During a recent self-portrait project, students used colors and collage materials to show their interests and strengths. Several students proudly shared their work and explained the choices they made.\r\n\r\nNext, we will use these resources for seasonal art projects and collaborative classroom displays. Thank you for helping create an inclusive, engaging space where every student can feel successful and proud.","fullyFundedDate":1785121463530,"projectUrl":"project/creating-with-color-building-creativity/10314147/","projectTitle":"Creating with Color: Building Creativity and Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baltero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9342420_orig.jpg?crop=937,937,x209,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698870842374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9342420"},{"teacherId":9338108,"projectId":10107840,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! My 3rd grade students use these resources every day in meaningful ways. From solving math problems and practicing writing with our whiteboards to working together during board games, these materials have made learning more interactive and engaging. One special moment was seeing their excitement when the supplies arrived—they couldn't wait to use the new markers and gather on the carpet for our read-aloud time.\r\n\r\nTheir reactions were full of joy and gratitude, and it truly boosted their motivation to participate and try their best. The snacks have also helped keep them focused and energized throughout the day.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these resources to strengthen our skills in reading, writing, and math while building teamwork and confidence. We are especially excited to use our space for more collaborative lessons and hands-on activities. Your generosity has truly made a difference in creating a positive and supportive learning environment for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1771772198206,"projectUrl":"project/powering-up-our-classroom-tools-games/10107840/","projectTitle":"Powering Up Our Classroom: Tools, Games & Good Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Antonio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9338108_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y312&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697832829573","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338108"},{"teacherId":9932880,"projectId":9166964,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Cozy Lit Nook: Creating a Reading Haven in Our Classroom.\" Your generosity has helped transform a corner of our classroom into a warm, inviting space where students can develop a love for reading. The new resources have made reading time more engaging and enjoyable, encouraging students to pick up books, explore new genres, and spend more time immersed in literature.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were excited and eager to help set up the cozy reading nook. Their faces lit up as they explored the new furnishings and reading materials, and many immediately asked if they could use the space during independent reading time. One memorable moment was watching students who typically struggled to stay focused during reading become completely engaged while comfortably reading in the nook. The space has quickly become a favorite area in our classroom, fostering both a love of reading and meaningful conversations about books.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the Cozy Lit Nook during independent reading, literature circles, reading conferences, and book reflection activities. As we move forward, students will continue using the space to support reading comprehension projects, book discussions, and writing activities connected to our ELA curriculum. The reading haven you helped create is more than just a corner of the classroom—it is a place where students feel comfortable, inspired, and empowered to grow as readers. Thank you for investing in our students and helping cultivate lifelong readers.","fullyFundedDate":1742082397862,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-lit-nook-creating-a-reading-haven/9166964/","projectTitle":"Cozy Lit Nook: Creating a Reading Haven in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Justine Tunac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9932880_orig.jpg?crop=2378,2378,x473,y796&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741830551242","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9932880"},{"teacherId":9339070,"projectId":10104255,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of our project, Hands-on Creativity & Engagement for Middle School Math, my students now have exciting opportunities to learn through creativity and collaboration. The Cricut Explore 3, vinyl supplies, aluminum bottles, origami paper, and board games have transformed our classroom into an engaging learning environment. One memorable moment was when students began designing personalized aluminum bottles using mathematical patterns and geometric concepts. They were thrilled to see how math could be applied in a creative, real-world project. The origami activities have also helped students explore geometry and spatial reasoning in a hands-on way, while board games encourage problem-solving, strategic thinking, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were incredibly excited and eager to start creating. Their enthusiasm was contagious as they explored the new resources and brainstormed ideas for future projects. As we move forward, students will continue using the Cricut to design math-related projects, create classroom materials, and showcase their learning in creative ways. We will also expand our hands-on lessons through origami challenges, collaborative games, and student-designed projects that connect mathematics to everyday life. 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Students were able to create and learn new skills they will be able to use for life. My students wer ealso given new life skills. They know how to thread and set up a machine, create small projects and design new projects. In the end, my students were able to design and problem solve when designs did not come out as planned. It was a wonderful experience.","fullyFundedDate":1771550162659,"projectUrl":"project/using-class-time-to-sew/10083526/","projectTitle":"Using Class Time to Sew","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tabucbuc","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6256074_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611609617566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6256074"},{"teacherId":9342420,"projectId":10103931,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through the Cricut Maker 4 Starter Bundle. When the students first saw the materials, they were excited and eager to begin creating. Many of them quickly became engaged because the hands-on activities allowed them to express themselves in creative and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nStudents have been using the Cricut to design classroom projects such as labels, stickers, and decorations while practicing following directions, problem-solving, and fine motor skills. They take great pride in seeing their ideas come to life, and the experience has helped build their confidence, independence, and communication skills.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided opportunities for students to strengthen important life and vocational skills while making learning more engaging and enjoyable. Thank you for helping create meaningful experiences that our students will continue to benefit from every day.","fullyFundedDate":1771550235229,"projectUrl":"project/building-independence-through-creative-d/10103931/","projectTitle":"Building Independence Through Creative Design","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baltero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9342420_orig.jpg?crop=937,937,x209,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698870842374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9342420"},{"teacherId":7929648,"projectId":10110689,"letterContent":"The new resources have been instrumental in moving our students from the ideation phase to real-world execution. In our STEM Capstone class, students are tasked with exploring our local community to determine its needs and researching critical project topics. A standout moment in the classroom happened during our \"Mentor Meet & Greet\". Armed with their new materials, students virtually pitched their implementation plans and community research directly to professional mentors. Seeing the students confidently present their 1-slide pitches and elevator speeches using high-quality resources completely shifted the energy in the room it made their academic research feel like a professional, real-world venture.\r\n\r\nWe are currently in the home stretch of the school year, wrapping up Quarter 4: Summarize Research. 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