{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kailua Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":39.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4432103,"projectId":10103380,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of the supplies that you provided to my students. As you can see from the photos we use the EXPO markers almost daily both at the whiteboard desks and at our vertical non permanent surfaces. The students do a lot of collaboration during class and the EXPO markers help them to show their thinking to others. The pencils, glue sticks, and rulers helped to replenish our classroom supply that students can use. Now that it's the end of the school year students have run out or lost their supplies so I appreciate being able to offer them a pencil to borrow while they are in the classroom. The supplies that you donated help to make the classroom more prepared and effective in giving students opportunities to practice and learn mathematics in a collaborative and engaging way.","fullyFundedDate":1771508453480,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success/10103380/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sarsfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4432103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1498185399594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4432103"},{"teacherId":7159052,"projectId":10103821,"letterContent":"Your generosity has helped make our training center more equipped with more exercise modalities to increase student learning and understanding about fitness, health and exercise. With more equipment, the variety we have now, helps students practice and understand different ways to be be healthy and strong. We are becoming more of a multidimensional class and program because of the generosity of donors. \r\n\r\nStudents are really excited to see new equipment. They do not fail to ask, \"Wow. What is this for?\" without me even mentioning that we have new equipment. Now we can add these different exercises into their routine, which makes the workouts more versatile, exciting, and less monotonous. \r\n\r\nThe next steps is to try and get good anatomy models for the academic section of the class. Many of the models are very expensive, but maybe I can think something else like computer programs.","fullyFundedDate":1771684782094,"projectUrl":"project/missing-pieces-of-the-puzzle/10103821/","projectTitle":"Missing Pieces of the Puzzle","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Yoshioka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7159052"},{"teacherId":9657348,"projectId":10107355,"letterContent":"Your generosity has truly transformed our classroom into a vibrant, hands-on learning space, and I'm so excited to share how your support is making a difference for my students.\r\n\r\nWe are using these new resources every day in meaningful and engaging ways. Recently, students created cultural posters and interactive notebooks using the art supplies you provided. One memorable moment was watching students proudly present their work entirely in Japanese—labeling visuals, sharing vocabulary, and explaining cultural connections. The combination of creativity and language practice helped even my most hesitant learners feel confident participating.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions were immediate—big smiles, excitement, and lots of \"When do we get to use this?\" The origami paper was especially a hit. As we practiced following directions in Japanese, students were fully engaged, carefully listening and helping one another fold step-by-step. It turned language learning into a collaborative and joyful experience.","fullyFundedDate":1771788470185,"projectUrl":"project/supportive-environment-focus/10107355/","projectTitle":"Supportive Environment Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ornellas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9657348"},{"teacherId":1911700,"projectId":10104036,"letterContent":"I love my world map and map of the United States. I use it daily with my students in my lessons. They have already learned so many new places because of these maps that's it's been a huge success. \r\n When we were teaching about plate tectonics my students could easily see the mid Atlantic ridge. They could could also see India and how it smashed into Eurasian plate creating Mt. Everest. When we learned about Charles Darwin they could see exactly where he explored and where the Galápagos Islands were located. \r\n The map is hanging near the door where students line up. Every day there is a group around it just discussing locations and their connections to them with their classmates. We desperately needed this map and I'm grateful for my donors who provided this for my students","fullyFundedDate":1771685077226,"projectUrl":"project/its-a-big-world-out-there/10104036/","projectTitle":"It's a Big World Out There!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kerkstra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1911700"},{"teacherId":8974400,"projectId":10105373,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity and for investing in our students' futures. Your support provides the essential supplies, from lemonade syrup and kitchen utensils to cleaning tools, that keep our vocational carts and instructional kitchen running. By contributing these items, you aren't just filling a pantry; you are providing the \"keys\" our students need to unlock lifelong independence and navigate the world with confidence.\r\n\r\nIt is inspiring to see our students take pride in their work, whether they are perfecting a recipe in the kitchen or learning the vital routine of facility care. Your donations of sensory tools also ensure that our learners have the necessary space to recharge and refocus, supporting their well-being alongside their professional growth. Thank you for being a vital part of our community and for helping us build a comprehensive program that empowers the whole student.","fullyFundedDate":1771555985200,"projectUrl":"project/kulia-supplies/10105373/","projectTitle":"Kulia Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pierson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/asia-pierson"},{"teacherId":8974400,"projectId":9773183,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution toward our new television and portable speaker. The TV has already become an essential tool in our classroom, providing a vibrant, visual way for our students to engage with daily lessons and interactive educational programs. It has truly opened up a new world of learning that caters to the diverse visual needs of our children.\r\n\r\nThe impact of the new speaker has been equally wonderful, especially during our time outdoors. It has allowed us to take the music outside, giving the students a much-needed sensory break where they can dance, move, and express themselves freely. These moments of joy and physical activity are vital for their development, and we are so grateful for your help in making our learning environment, both inside and out, more inclusive and fun.","fullyFundedDate":1759424830351,"projectUrl":"project/enhance-skills-with-tech/9773183/","projectTitle":"Enhance Skills with Tech!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pierson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/asia-pierson"},{"teacherId":9720157,"projectId":10103333,"letterContent":"The impact of your generosity is felt every single day as our students transition from the classroom to the garden and out onto the playing field. In the garden, tools like the tiller, loppers, and Growtrax mats have turned abstract lessons into tangible results, allowing students to build gross motor skills and physical stamina while experiencing the profound pride of nurturing life from the soil. This sense of accomplishment carries over into our adapted physical education, where the new sport ball sets and flag football belts serve as vital bridges for social connection, helping our students develop teamwork and confidence alongside their peers. Inside the classroom, the digital clock and visual aids provide the essential structure and predictability our students rely on to navigate their day with independence, while basic supplies like the plastic cups for our lemonade cart allow them to practice real-world vocational skills. By providing these foundational tools, you have given our students more than just supplies; you have given them the means to participate meaningfully in their community and the building blocks for a more independent and empowered future.","fullyFundedDate":1771649965076,"projectUrl":"project/klia-garden/10103333/","projectTitle":"Kūlia Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaawaloa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9720157"},{"teacherId":9157286,"projectId":9672569,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! The diverse literature fills the gap and meets the needs of all of our readers! \r\nWhat does reading look like in our classroom? We engage in novel studies, individual reading with our \"Drop Everything and Read\" (DEAR) sessions, as well as students creating their own unique stories. \r\nTo quote the late author, Rudolfo Anaya, reading quenches the thirst of imagination while igniting new fires. Thank you again for your kind hearts and generous donations to make our literary wishes come true! \r\nAloha!","fullyFundedDate":1765826192924,"projectUrl":"project/breaking-down-walls-with-our-classroom-l/9672569/","projectTitle":"Breaking Down Walls with Our Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Elsbury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9157286"},{"teacherId":7941502,"projectId":10108623,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donation. My Physical Education and school basketball team was very excited for the new basketballs. We have been using them to practice and get better at shooting, passing and dribbling. The students are also very excited to use them during recess and lunch. The basketball court is full of students playing. \r\n\r\nThank you for the snacks. My PE classes and school weightlifting club students were very happy to receive them, especially after a strenuous workout and PE class. \r\n\r\nWe are also grateful for the supplies as it helps us work on our sports and nutrition project to share with the class. \r\n\r\nThank you for your continuous support!","fullyFundedDate":1771733254802,"projectUrl":"project/daily-necessities-and-snacks/10108623/","projectTitle":"Daily Necessities and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hamada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941502"},{"teacherId":10091614,"projectId":9860261,"letterContent":"Oh my goodness, I'm not quite too sure where to start. Thank you so much for your donation of our headphones, organizer, and stickers. The students ABSOLUTELY LOVE them! Independent work time has never been this efficient and not to mention quiet! The students focus more when they're not arguing which song should be played next or if someone next to them is playing their video too loudly. They work so efficiently now and I must say I believe that by having these in the classroom, they turn in more work! Their grades look a lot better this semester. Not to mention their attitude towards their work has changed since they can now listen to their personal playlists and assigned videos at their own pace. Thank you again!!!","fullyFundedDate":1765486024794,"projectUrl":"project/hearing-history/9860261/","projectTitle":"Hearing History","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10091614"},{"teacherId":8355550,"projectId":10104559,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our class now has about $500 worth of snacks that help students stay focused, calm, and ready to learn. We use them as a quick, respectful routine,students can grab a snack and water before garden or kitchen work so they have the energy to participate safely and stay engaged.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, students were excited and relieved. Several said things like, \"Wait, we can have one if we're hungry?\" Having food available builds trust and helps students feel cared for, which shows up immediately in better attention and teamwork.\r\n\r\nNext, we're continuing our Farm to Fork / agriculture lessons with stronger stamina and fewer disruptions, and we're adding student leadership by having students help manage the snack system (fair use, cleanup, and thank-you notes). Thank you for supporting our students in a way that makes daily learning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1771482605004,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning-snacks-and-organizati/10104559/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Learning: Snacks and Organization for Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Espie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8355550_orig.jpg?crop=1443,1443,x334,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678430010076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/farmtofork-introtoag"},{"teacherId":9792361,"projectId":9877383,"letterContent":"Holy guacamole have the students loved the new additions to the classroom! Every single period, I have students asking to use the wobble stools that we got due to your generous donations. They love the option of moving while learning and are super respectful about taking turns and returning the stools at the end of class. There's a significant number of students who I had no idea would enjoy the stools asking for them each period which is awesome to see.\r\n\r\nThe other core goal of this order was to provide extension opportunities for students who finish their work early or have an interest or passion for reading. The most popular title so far has been \"Percy Jackson!\" All students have access to the extension novels and I look forward to seeing more and more students thumbing through the collection as the years go on.\r\n\r\nFinally, my students have appreciated the new organization of their supplies and the \"goated\" pencil sharpener as they say. Every new addition like this simplifies the classroom routines and reroutes the focus towards learning so we thank you all!","fullyFundedDate":1762646524663,"projectUrl":"project/fidget-and-read/9877383/","projectTitle":"Fidget and Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9792361"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50936","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":749,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":24,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":36,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":19,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":60.8,"schoolId":50936,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kailua Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kailua Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/windward-school-district/kailua-intermediate-school/50936"}