{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pukalani Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6495466,"projectId":9777291,"letterContent":"Your donation has truly made a difference in our classroom. My students have found moments to regulate themselves through sensory exploration and sustained attention. Our students are learning through hands-on learning games. This project has also added a tremendous addition to our equipment for occupational therapy programs implemented in our room. Students are learning to balance on the spinning chair and bounce on the peanut. Students are also using the hole punches to work on fine motor and hand control. With every item, our students' programming has expanded to meet each student's unique needs. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1759455134176,"projectUrl":"project/awesome-things-for-autism/9777291/","projectTitle":"Awesome Things for Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6495466_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560587870975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/makana-barth"},{"teacherId":8978569,"projectId":9772273,"letterContent":"My students and I were so thrilled to receive our latest items from Donors Choose! The screens for our windows and rugs for the doorways has helped cut down on the amount of dirt and dust in our classroom. Those items, along with the snacks, have really helped them to have a comfortable environment and be ready to learn.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the math manipulatives, cursive books, positive message stamps, and recordable \"buttons\" have helped bring excitement and engagement to our lessons. \r\n\r\nLastly, many items have helped the appearance of our room be more welcoming and useful such as the calendar, clothesline to hang student work, magnets, name tags, and whiteboard cleaning supplies. We are so appreciative to you for your generosity that made all of this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1759461842856,"projectUrl":"project/the-happy-learning-habitat-clean-space/9772273/","projectTitle":"The Happy Learning Habitat: Clean Space, Clear Focus, Maximum Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Enriquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978569"},{"teacherId":9340143,"projectId":9596477,"letterContent":"On behalf of my bright, curious preschoolers and myself, thank you! Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom is now equipped with the vital, specialized sensory and fine motor tools we desperately needed. You didn't just fund materials; you helped us create a deeply supportive learning environment where every unique learner can thrive.\r\n\r\nHow We Are Using the New Resources\r\nThe immediate impact has been profound. Our students, many of whom are non-verbal and experience intense sensory regulation challenges, are now able to safely manage their energy and focus.\r\n\r\nA Specific Moment: Just this week, a student with ASD who frequently elopes when overwhelmed spent his entire choice time sitting at the new wooden pounding bench with the mallet. It offered him a safe, physical outlet to release energy. After using the bench, he was calm and regulated enough to sit with a peer at the waffle blocks for the first time, building a small tower together. This moment of sustained, cooperative play was a direct result of the sensory input you provided!\r\n\r\nThe Reaction: From Calm to Creative\r\nThe moment the boxes were opened, we saw two immediate reactions: calm and curiosity.\r\n\r\nThe children who are sensory seekers were instantly drawn to the splash pad and bubbles, which provide soothing, tactile input. The sheer joy on their faces as they squished bubbles was priceless. Conversely, students who struggle with attention immediately engaged with the magnetic blocks and shape sorter, using them to build fine motor strength and problem-solve cause and effect. The new light table tray is constantly busy, transforming simple felt shapes into a mesmerizing pre-writing activity.\r\n\r\nOur Next Steps\r\nYour contribution has solidified the foundations of our learning. Our current focus is integrating the fine motor tools into our academic centers to build pre-writing skills and bilateral coordination. Next, we will be using the new color ink and stamp pad refill to print custom, vibrant visuals and social stories tailored to the specific language boxes we use. This step will allow our non-verbal students to use the new tools to communicate their needs and ideas more effectively, moving us closer to preparing every student for a successful transition to kindergarten!\r\n\r\nThank you for making our classroom a safer, more regulated, and more vibrant place to learn. We are grateful for your investment in their potential!","fullyFundedDate":1759363389942,"projectUrl":"project/therapeutic-learning-environment-for-uni/9596477/","projectTitle":"Therapeutic Learning Environment for Unique Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cabanilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9340143"},{"teacherId":5535150,"projectId":9156700,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our Ohana Day project! Ohana Day is a time for our school community to come together and celebrate our school community with our families. Students love to share their songs and dance with, not only each other, but also with their families and specially invited community members who have made contributions to our school in a variety of ways.\r\n\r\nThis year, each class chose a color to respresent one of the islands. Our grade level represented Oahu with the color yellow. Students wore yellow shirts provided by our Donors Choose project and we stamped them with our Ohana Day theme \"Kulia I Kanuu\" (strive to be the best).\r\n\r\nIt was such a special experience and we are grateful for your support in helping our families have such a wonderful day!","fullyFundedDate":1741919800878,"projectUrl":"project/ohana-day-resources/9156700/","projectTitle":"Ohana Day Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Malley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5535150_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531742080479","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-malley"},{"teacherId":9340182,"projectId":9156511,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank DonorsChoose and the generous donors who helped provide essential resources for my 3–5th grade students. The weighted stuffed animals have been a calming presence for several children who experience anxiety, helping them feel safe and secure during transitions and quiet time. The fidget toys have been especially helpful for my students with ADHD, allowing them to stay focused and engaged in our daily activities without feeling overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nThe addition of the mini sandbox for play therapy has been a powerful tool in supporting emotional expression and regulation. It's been heartwarming to see students use it to process big feelings in a way that feels natural and safe to them. These resources have already made a noticeable difference in our classroom, and I'm incredibly grateful for your support in creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1741813745144,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-peace-healing-and-growth/9156511/","projectTitle":"Sensory, Peace, Healing, and Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9340182"},{"teacherId":9308872,"projectId":9164856,"letterContent":"Since receiving the tenor ukulele cases, tuners, and instrument cable, our after-school ukulele program has blossomed into a vibrant space where students feel empowered and inspired to learn. The cases have protected our instruments, keeping them safe and ready for every practice and performance, while the tuners have given students the confidence to take ownership of their ukuleles by learning how to tune independently. This skill has deepened their connection to the music and strengthened their sense of responsibility.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these tools have helped create a welcoming environment where our students—many experiencing the ukulele for the first time—can connect to their Hawaiian culture and to each other through music. Their enthusiasm and confidence have grown, and they look forward to every practice and our big end-of-year performance with pride. Thanks to this support, our keiki are not only learning to play an instrument—they're discovering joy, community, and a lifelong appreciation for music.","fullyFundedDate":1742968957935,"projectUrl":"project/case-closed-keeping-our-ukes-in-tune/9164856/","projectTitle":"Case Closed: Keeping Our Ukes in Tune!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9308872_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726113237675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mistah-h-student-athletes"},{"teacherId":9308872,"projectId":9000987,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our afterschool ʻukulele class has truly flourished! The new ʻukulele has been a game-changer—not only for me as the instructor, but for the students as well. I've been using it daily to lead the class, demonstrate strumming patterns, and guide our group in learning new songs. One of the most powerful impacts has been allowing individual students to borrow the ʻukulele during lessons. Many of them don't have one at home or even at school, so having the chance to hear themselves play clearly and confidently has made a huge difference. There was one student in particular who lit up with excitement when she got to use it—she said it was the first time she really heard what she was playing.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our students are working on performing a short set of Hawaiian and contemporary songs for a school community event. They're learning not just chords and melodies, but also how to listen to one another and play as a group. The new ʻukulele continues to play a key role in these preparations, especially during small-group practice where students take turns using it to sharpen their sound. Your support has brought so much joy, confidence, and opportunity to our classroom, and we're incredibly grateful. Mahalo nui loa!","fullyFundedDate":1741730470377,"projectUrl":"project/strumming-our-way-to-success-after-scho/9000987/","projectTitle":"Strumming Our Way to Success: After-School Ukulele Program","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9308872_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726113237675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mistah-h-student-athletes"},{"teacherId":9308872,"projectId":9153346,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our afterschool ʻukulele class has truly flourished! The new ʻukulele has been a game-changer—not only for me as the instructor, but for the students as well. I've been using it daily to lead the class, demonstrate strumming patterns, and guide our group in learning new songs. One of the most powerful impacts has been allowing individual students to borrow the ʻukulele during lessons. Many of them don't have one at home or even at school, so having the chance to hear themselves play clearly and confidently has made a huge difference. There was one student in particular who lit up with excitement when they got to use it— they said it was the first time they really heard what they was playing.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our students are working on performing the school song and maybe a couple other songs at their 'Ohana Day performance at the end of the school year. They're learning not just chords and melodies, but also how to listen to one another and play as a group. The new ʻukulele continues to play a key role in these preparations, especially during small-group practice where students take turns using it to sharpen their sound. Your support has brought so much joy, confidence, and opportunity to our classroom, and we're incredibly grateful. Mahalo nui loa!","fullyFundedDate":1741657456239,"projectUrl":"project/strings-of-aloha/9153346/","projectTitle":"Strings of Aloha","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9308872_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726113237675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mistah-h-student-athletes"},{"teacherId":8366206,"projectId":9152906,"letterContent":"The Keiki love the supplies provided through DonorChoose. The different classroom supplies have been beneficial and having the students work on creating their own unique stories has been a very rewarding process thus far. \r\n\r\nStudents have been working on this exciting project that involves multi-stage process of authorship and artistic creation. They have:\r\n\r\nBrainstormed and outlined their stories: Using the new supplies, they'll developed their characters, plot, and settings.\r\n\r\nDraft their narratives: This is where the blank books become their personal canvases for their written words.\r\n\r\nIllustrate and decorate their books: With the general classroom supplies, they brought their stories to life visually, designing unique covers and adding illustrations throughout.\r\n\r\nPublish and share: Finally, they will \"published\" their books, and then proudly take their unique creations home to share with their families.\r\n\r\nThis project not only developed their writing and artistic skills but also instilled a lifelong love for books and storytelling.","fullyFundedDate":1741647455566,"projectUrl":"project/school-book-and-supplies/9152906/","projectTitle":"School Book and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Endicott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8366206"},{"teacherId":1140145,"projectId":9152184,"letterContent":"A huge thank you again for your generous donation and supporting our keiki and classroom! The color toner and cardstock have been lifesavers for so many of our projects! We go through Brag Tags so quickly, and this was exactly what we needed to keep them coming for the students.\r\n\r\nAnd the K'nex building set and bench cushion? They're a massive hit! The students absolutely love curling up on the cushion to read, and it's wonderful to see them so focused and proud as they build the designs from the K'nex spec sheet. \r\n\r\nWe thank you from the bottom of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1741641001105,"projectUrl":"project/spring-break-refresh/9152184/","projectTitle":"Spring Break Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lowry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1140145_orig.jpg?crop=456,456,x1136,y248&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659072309640","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1140145"},{"teacherId":8978569,"projectId":9154029,"letterContent":"My students and I were so thrilled to receive our latest items from Donors Choose! The comfort of seat cushions has helped the students feel more \"at home\" in our classroom. They seem more relaxed and engaged throughout the day. The cushions are durable and colorful, too.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the acrylic paint pens and play-doh have helped bring our art time to the next level! My students told me they felt like they were being rewarded for working hard all year, but especially leading up to state testing. \r\n\r\nLastly, students were very excited for the rolling carts to hold their supplies. The carts fit perfectly between their desks! We are so appreciative to you for your generosity that made all of this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1741713055275,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-classrooms-encourage-learnin/9154029/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Classrooms Encourage Learning and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Enriquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978569"},{"teacherId":6495466,"projectId":9152577,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for these wonderful student supplies. Your donations fueled student learning by allowing me to create meaningful and engaging centers for students of varying abilities. The file folder games are used daily as a quick grab activity. Students enjoy the bright colors and easy-to-use materials (once Velcro was added), and are able to work on new skills independently.\r\n\r\nThroughout the day, students enter the Resource classroom with behavior and academic challenges. This project allowed me to create centers around the classroom that students can engage with, even when entering the room unwilling to \"get to work\".\r\n\r\nThese materials will be used for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1741645578579,"projectUrl":"project/centered-on-learning/9152577/","projectTitle":"Centered on Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6495466_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560587870975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/makana-barth"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_42430","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":455,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":43,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":23,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":60.2,"schoolId":42430,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pukalani Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pukalani Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/maui-school-district/pukalani-elementary-school/42430"}