{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kahuku High & Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":40.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7457486,"projectId":10106917,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our first aid project. Because of your generosity, my students have been able to go beyond just reading about emergency care and actually practice it. We've been using the supplies in hands-on activities where students respond to real-life scenarios, like treating cuts, handling sprains, and thinking through what to do in a medical emergency. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of students work through a mock situation together—they were talking each other through the steps, checking for safety, and applying what they had learned with such focus and care. It was clear they understood how important these skills really are.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was immediate. Students were curious, asking questions, and eager to try everything out. Many of them mentioned that they had never learned these kinds of practical skills before, and it made the experience feel even more meaningful. What really stood out to me was how seriously they approached it—they weren't just \"playing\" with the materials, they were thinking about how they could actually help someone in real life, especially people they care about.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we're building on these skills by working through more detailed scenarios and giving students the chance to take the lead. They'll be creating their own emergency response situations and practicing how to stay calm, think clearly, and act responsibly. Your support has made a lasting difference in our classroom, giving students confidence and knowledge they can carry with them anywhere. Thank you again for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1771651205129,"projectUrl":"project/practical-first-aid-skills/10106917/","projectTitle":"Practical First Aid Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allred","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7457486"},{"teacherId":7941480,"projectId":10107333,"letterContent":"This project has made an immediate impact on both student engagement and classroom culture. In a high-pressure environment like Trigonometry and AP Calculus, these resources provide students with meaningful ways to reset while still developing critical thinking skills. The logic games, puzzles, and building materials encourage problem-solving in a low-stakes setting, which translates into greater confidence when approaching complex math concepts.\r\n\r\nThe Apple TV has allowed me to present lessons more dynamically, share student work instantly, and make abstract ideas more visual and accessible. Students have been especially excited about the variety of hands-on tools. A handful have explored the music equipment, experimenting with creating loops and simple songs, while others have enjoyed collaborative and nostalgic experiences—like modifying the rules of Pop the Pig to create their own versions of play.\r\n\r\nI've also seen students engage in ways that support focus and well-being. One student regularly uses the magnetic balls to quietly organize colors as a way to stay calm and on task. Others are drawn to puzzle-based challenges like the Cluebox or Rubik's Cube, working through solutions and sharing strategies. These moments have helped students open up, collaborate more naturally, and feel more comfortable engaging both socially and academically.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has helped balance rigor with accessibility—giving students the tools to think, create, collaborate, and recharge so they can return to challenging content with greater focus and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1771648403361,"projectUrl":"project/positive-rewards-and-essential-classroom/10107333/","projectTitle":"Positive Rewards and Essential Classroom Items","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hwang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941480"},{"teacherId":6576828,"projectId":10094133,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to my students and my classroom. The students are super excited to utilize the new equipment. We have been making popcorn nonstop since receiving the machine. We are still working out the logistics of procuring liquid nitrogen and are excited to create our very own dragons breath. My students have had a lot of fun coming up with the perfect recipe for movie theatre popcorn and have been experimenting several techniques and ingredients to finally achieve their goal.","fullyFundedDate":1771435600181,"projectUrl":"project/dragons-breath/10094133/","projectTitle":"Dragon's Breath","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teichert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6576828_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583444416611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6576828"},{"teacherId":6576828,"projectId":10102967,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously helping my students to pursue their passions and interests. They are so excited to use the flight simulator and later acquire the throttle, pedals and gauges to fully immerse themselves in the experience. The platform and game will help my students to get some practice in the cockpit and introduce them to the world of flight. They will be able to gain confidence and basic knowledge of the job responsibilities of a pilot in several different airplanes. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1771437807395,"projectUrl":"project/taking-flight/10102967/","projectTitle":"Taking Flight","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teichert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6576828_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583444416611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6576828"},{"teacherId":6576828,"projectId":10092911,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my students to continue to learn in a creative environment. They are looking forward to using this new equipment to better themselves and to become more competitive in their respective sports, classes, careers and lives. They were super excited in the unboxing and are anxious to get to recording as fast as possible. Without your generosity my students would be left behind as the world around them embraces technology in everything. I can't thank you enough for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1770829720432,"projectUrl":"project/project-360/10092911/","projectTitle":"Project 360","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teichert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6576828_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583444416611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6576828"},{"teacherId":10215045,"projectId":10105501,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. Our students were able to use the batteries right away. More students were able to participate and the project went up much faster than expected. Our student were able to erect a full size wall made of 2x4 material with windows and doors frames. The wall spans the entire with of our classroom which measured over 20 feet. The wall serves as a constant reminder of the parts and names of a framed wall. This wall will help the students remember each part of the wall by consistently seeing it everyday. \r\n\r\nThrough these projects our students are not just learning construction skills but life skills they they can use in their own homes helping around the house and having the confidence to take on bigger tasks than they thought they could a few weeks ago.","fullyFundedDate":1771609179312,"projectUrl":"project/framing-and-carpentry/10105501/","projectTitle":"Framing and Carpentry","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Kahalepuna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10215045"},{"teacherId":9654572,"projectId":9363264,"letterContent":"The donated materials have greatly strengthened our hands‑on science instruction. The drying racks improved lab safety and organization, allowing students to clean and store equipment efficiently. The mason jars and 2‑ounce plastic containers have become essential to our ocean acidification lab, where students run controlled trials, monitor pH changes, and observe shell dissolution to understand the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems.\r\n\r\nClassroom supplies such as pencils, staplers, and the electric sharpener ensure every student is prepared and able to participate fully, while the large digital clock supports time management during labs and group work. Together, these resources have created a more equitable, organized, and engaging learning environment, empowering students to think and work like real scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1758069099512,"projectUrl":"project/equipped-for-discovery-classroom-tools/9363264/","projectTitle":"Equipped for Discovery: Classroom Tools & Ocean Chemistry Unveiled","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Abundo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9654572"},{"teacherId":7887465,"projectId":9773827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing the supplies that helped us prepare for the new school year. Because of your kindness, our students were able to walk into a classroom that was fully stocked, welcoming, and ready for creativity from day one. Your donations ensured that students had the art materials they needed to begin meaningful projects right away, as well as snacks to help them stay focused and energized while adjusting to new routines.\r\n\r\nWith the supplies you provided, students jumped into collaborative art projects that encouraged teamwork, creativity, and self-expression. Having access to quality materials made a tremendous difference—not only in the finished projects, but in the confidence and excitement students brought into the room each day. The availability of food also helped students feel cared for and supported, allowing them to concentrate better and transition more smoothly into the school year.\r\n\r\nBecause of donors like you, our classroom has become more than just a place to complete assignments—it has become a warm, welcoming environment where students build relationships, collaborate, and feel safe. Many students continue to spend time here because they know it is a supportive space where they belong. Your generosity directly helped create that sense of community. We are deeply grateful for your investment in our students and the positive impact you have made on their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1759362799948,"projectUrl":"project/stocked-up-and-ready-to-learn/9773827/","projectTitle":"Stocked Up and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Templeton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7887465_orig.jpg?crop=828,827,x0,y118&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624237797816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7887465"},{"teacherId":6576828,"projectId":10075121,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for continuing to be so generous in your contributions to my classroom. The look of excitement from my students/athletes was a joy to watch. Their shrieks of excitement were a little less palatable. I can't wait to hear from them about how training with this technology helps them to reach their individual goals.\r\n\r\nI truly find it amazing that there are people and corporations like yourself that are so willing to donate and help students that live in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.","fullyFundedDate":1770240187139,"projectUrl":"project/enhanced-vision/10075121/","projectTitle":"Enhanced Vision","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teichert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6576828_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583444416611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6576828"},{"teacherId":4407613,"projectId":9781152,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project, \"Analyzing Color.\" We have already put this technology to great use! Recently, one of my students used the spectrophotometer for her science fair project to analyze the chemiluminescence of luminol and hydrogen peroxide. Being able to capture the exact wavelengths of light emitted during that chemical reaction provided her with data that would have been impossible to gather otherwise. It turned a \"cool experiment\" into a rigorous scientific investigation.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will become a staple in my curriculum. During our upcoming unit on electrons, I plan to use the fiber optic cable to analyze atomic spectra from our gas discharge tubes. This will allow students to see the unique \"fingerprints\" of different elements across the electromagnetic spectrum in real-time. Your support has not only provided a piece of equipment but has opened a window into the atomic world for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1759593042977,"projectUrl":"project/analyzing-color/9781152/","projectTitle":"Analyzing Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rasmussen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4407613_orig.jpg?crop=871,871,x0,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658187020578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-rasmussen"},{"teacherId":10044167,"projectId":9751522,"letterContent":"Technology in our classroom is less about screens and more about supporting structured and focused learning. The printer you helped to provide has served students by making learning materials - such as printed visuals/diagrams, guided notes, and resources more accessible and readily available. I am able to run off copies of my teacher key for my support staff so that they are able to meet with EL and IEP learners to provide informed support during large projects. Students are also able to access printed copies of class slides, making it easier to review key content during action period and proving especially useful for students who struggle to take notes during class. \r\n\r\nWhat my students and I appreciate most about these tools is how they make our classroom run smoother and empower autonomy and curiosity. The digital clock encourages students to better manage their class time and stay accountable and having a charging station in the classroom aids in removing students from their devices. Allowing student choice to recharge their devices during class has made them much more willing to unplug and stay present during hands-on math activities, discussions, and problem-solving tasks. \r\n\r\nStudents have had the opportunity to engage in field activities and jot their observations on the go with the provided clipboards. The puzzles provide a tactile enrichment that many students reach for to keep their hands busy during lecture. These tools have helped students to feel supported, empowered, and in control of their learning environment, allowing them to reduce distractions on their own terms and plug in to learning alongside their peers.","fullyFundedDate":1762266393610,"projectUrl":"project/plugged-into-learning-hands-on-math-for/9751522/","projectTitle":"Plugged into Learning: Hands on Math for Every Mind","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10044167_orig.png?crop=1636,1636,x204,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754945234697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10044167"},{"teacherId":7939026,"projectId":9773322,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our Career and Life Planning classroom. Your support has truly transformed our daily environment, turning a standard classroom into a welcoming space where my 11th graders feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. High schoolers face a lot of pressure, especially when planning their futures, and your gift has provided the exact resources we needed to support both their physical and mental well-being.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these materials was felt immediately. The snacks—the Quaker granola bars, Keebler packs, and fruit snacks—are a lifesaver for students who come to class hungry or need a mid-day boost to keep their focus sharp. Beyond nourishment, the atmosphere of the room has completely shifted thanks to the solar string lights and oil diffuser, which help create a calm, stress-free zone. The fidget toys and Kendamas have become perfect tools for \"brain breaks,\" allowing students to decompress before diving back into difficult topics like social justice and career prep, while the new cardstock and tech supplies are already being put to good use on their class projects.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for recognizing that learning happens best when basic needs are met and the environment is inviting. Your contribution hasn't just filled our cabinets; it has shown these young adults that there is a community behind them cheering for their success. 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