{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kainalu Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10243190,"projectId":9777647,"letterContent":"The students were beyond excited when the materials arrived! They immediately wanted to explore the games and asked when they could start using them. Many students recognized the sight words and math tools right away and felt proud to show what they already knew. The excitement carried into our lessons, and students were highly motivated to participate and stay focused. We are using the new resources every day during small group instruction and learning centers. The organization cart has been a game-changer for our classroom routines; students can now independently access math games, reading materials, and supplies, which saves instructional time and builds responsibility. During small group reading, students use the POP sight word games and Splash reading games to practice decoding, fluency, and comprehension in a fun, hands-on way. I've seen students who are typically hesitant to read become more engaged and willing to take risks during these games. My students will continue using these resources during targeted small groups to strengthen foundational reading and math skills. In reading, we will focus on increasing sight word automaticity and applying those skills to connected text. In math, students will use the games to build number sense, practice strategies, and explain their thinking with peers. As students become more independent with the materials, they will also begin choosing games that best support their learning goals, helping them take ownership of their progress.","fullyFundedDate":1759759575693,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-learning-and-fun/9777647/","projectTitle":"First Grade Learning and Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goldwitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10243190"},{"teacherId":9165273,"projectId":9777405,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students. When the materials arrived, my first graders were beyond excited. They immediately wanted to touch everything and try it out. The linking cubes have already become a favorite during math time as students build numbers, create patterns, and work together to solve problems. I have students who usually hesitate to participate jumping right in because the learning feels hands on and manageable. The magnetic letter boards have been especially helpful during writing time, giving students a way to practice letter formation while building confidence and fine motor strength.\r\n\r\nThe organization bins have made a big difference in our daily routines. Students can now find and return materials on their own, which has helped our classroom feel calmer and more student driven. The healthy snacks have also been a meaningful support, especially for students who struggle to focus when they are hungry. Something as simple as a snack has helped create a more regulated and ready to learn classroom.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using these resources as we build number sense in math and strengthen handwriting and early writing skills. Most importantly, your support is helping my students grow in confidence, independence, and self belief. You gave my class more than supplies, you helped make our classroom a place where every child feels supported and capable. Thank you for being part of our learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1759545343485,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-futures-hands-on-learni/9777405/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Futures: Hands-On Learning for Every Child","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shoemaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9165273_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x1,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705625784863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9165273"},{"teacherId":7930425,"projectId":9790764,"letterContent":"I would like to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to my project. Your support has provided me with the essential materials needed to bridge the gap between standard curriculum and the diverse, individual needs of the students and teachers I serve.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your gift:\r\nWith the arrival of these items, we are able to move away from \"one-size-fits-all\" instruction. Specifically, your donation enables me to:\r\n-Create tailored learning aids: I can produce tactile, visual, and interactive mateirals that cater to specific learning styles, ensuring every student can engage with the lesson.\r\n-Empower educators: I can give teachers high-quality resources necessary to differentiate their instruction, reducing burnout and increasing classroom efficiency.\r\n-Foster independence: By providing students with tools designed specifically for their unique abilities, we can help them to build confidence and take ownership of their learning journey.\r\n\r\nYour belief in the importance of inclusive education means the world to me. I am already seeing students' success and teachers' appreciation as they interact with these new materials.","fullyFundedDate":1760753210945,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-inclusive-learning-custom/9790764/","projectTitle":"Interactive & Inclusive Learning: Custom Tools for Every Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Galmiche","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7930425"},{"teacherId":9338327,"projectId":9774348,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping provide these resources. They are used every day and have made a clear difference in student focus and engagement.\r\n\r\nThe wobble stools are used all the time! They allow students who need movement to stay focused and seated longer, especially during reading and writing. The snacks are earned through Live School points, which encourages responsibility and helps students stay energized and focused throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe books are used for First Chapter Fridays, a routine students look forward to each week. Reading the first chapter of different books has helped spark interest in new genres and increased independent reading.\r\n\r\nStudents were excited and grateful when they first saw the materials, and these resources continue to support our classroom in practical, meaningful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1759457014998,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-and-healthy-snacks-for/9774348/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating and Healthy Snacks for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Odo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338327"},{"teacherId":2066143,"projectId":9774496,"letterContent":"The materials you have donated to my classroom have been life changing. The chair wobblers help the students get their wiggles out while still being about to stay on task. This is a huge win as my class is full of 27 energetic 5th graders. \r\n\r\nIn addition, the putty has been a hit. Many students have reported that it helps them focus better. The sensory stickers are also calming for them. \r\n\r\nAs for the snacks, students love using their LiveSchool points to purchase snacks when they need a boost. All these items are so very appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1759433909192,"projectUrl":"project/nurture-our-bodies-and-minds/9774496/","projectTitle":"Nurture Our Bodies and Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McAngus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2066143_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628009666458","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmcangus"},{"teacherId":2103693,"projectId":9777949,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. These auction items truly help keep the students motivated in the classroom. The students are very appreciative of the brand-new items that were purchased through this project. Some even saved up their class money to buy higher-ticket items.\r\n\r\nThrough our auction, the students learned a variety of valuable skills. They practiced making financial decisions, counting their money, planning their purchases, and continuously subtracting what they spent to track their remaining balance.\r\n\r\nAgain, our class truly appreciates your support!","fullyFundedDate":1759494390033,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-economy-auction/9777949/","projectTitle":"Classroom Economy Auction","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2103693_orig.jpg?crop=390,390,x241,y204&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646622147158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-tracyching"},{"teacherId":10243190,"projectId":9686603,"letterContent":"When our project arrived, my students were beyond excited! The moment they saw the boxes being brought into the room, they could hardly contain their curiosity and joy. As we unpacked the games, word mapping paddles, math resources, and organizational tools, the energy in the classroom was amazing!\r\n\r\nWe've already begun using the materials in a variety of ways. During literacy centers, students use the word mapping paddles to break down and build new words, helping them strengthen their phonics and spelling skills in a tactile, engaging way. They love the hands-on format and it's helping reinforce sound-letter connections in a much more memorable way.\r\n\r\nIn math, the new resources and games have been a huge hit! Whether it's playing math fact fluency games or working through problem-solving activities in small groups, my students are more engaged than ever. They are developing not just skills, but also confidence in math, which can be a big hurdle for some of our learners.\r\n\r\nThe organization tools have made a noticeable difference in how smoothly our classroom runs. Materials are easier to access, centers are more efficient, and students are learning the value of taking care of shared spaces. It's helped create a more focused and calm learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and belief in our classroom. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our students' daily lives!","fullyFundedDate":1758996092916,"projectUrl":"project/fun-learning-for-first-grade/9686603/","projectTitle":"Fun Learning for First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goldwitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10243190"},{"teacherId":9046781,"projectId":9172336,"letterContent":"When my students first saw our classroom decorated with the new materials, their faces instantly lit up with excitement. They couldn't stop pointing out the decorations to each other, and I heard lots of \"Wow!\" and \"This is awesome!\" all around the room. For our first celebration, the Glow Party, the students were thrilled to learn in a classroom that had been transformed just for them. The decorations helped turn an ordinary day into a special event, filled with joy, laughter, and memories that will stick with them.\r\n\r\nSince then, we've been using the decorations to make holidays and quarterly celebrations truly come alive. For example, during Easter, students walked into a classroom filled with spring colors and festive cheer that set the tone for themed activities and projects. Later, when I welcomed my new set of students back to school, the decorations helped create a warm, inviting environment that made them feel celebrated from day one. These small touches made such a big difference in helping my students feel connected, excited, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMahalo for your generosity in supporting this project! You've helped give my students the gift of joyful experiences that they'll always remember, and you've given me the ability to create those moments without the financial stress of providing them all on my own. We are so grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1743006594136,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-learning-festive-decoration/9172336/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Learning: Festive Decorations for a Joyful Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ahern","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9046781_orig.jpg?crop=2479,2479,x60,y423&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715044050468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9046781"},{"teacherId":7401462,"projectId":8877784,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our classroom now has a dedicated calm-down corner and a variety of new resources for our classroom store. These resources have already made a significant impact on our students' emotional well-being and academic engagement. When students saw the materials, they were so exited and were buzzing with so many questions asking whats in the boxes. We opened them right away and had a discussion about what everything was for. We've been using the new chair and desk to give students a quiet, comfortable space to self-regulate when they feel overwhelmed or need a break. I can recall a time where a student became frustrated during group work and instead of getting upset, they were able to go to the calm-down corner, use one fo the fidget toys to refocus and then rejoin the group. \r\nThe food rewards you provided for our classroom store were a huge hit! They served as powerful incentives for positive behavior and academic achievement. The store, now stocked with fun snacks, has made learning feel more like a game and has encouraged students to take ownership of their behavior. It's been amazing to see them celebrate their achievements together as they \"shop\" for their favorite treats.\r\nOur next steps is to re-design our calm down corner, so that is fully student made. I want them to create a fellings chart and posters to help make the space theirs. This project will allow them to continue using the calm-down corner effectively and will help them develop the social and emotional skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Your contribution has truly made a difference in the lives of my students. Thank you for your continued support and for helping us create a classroom where every student can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1729989551175,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-a-calm-corner-and-classroom-sto/8877784/","projectTitle":"Crafting a Calm Corner and Classroom Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bali","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7401462_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596837442015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7401462"},{"teacherId":9133529,"projectId":9222481,"letterContent":"I want to share with you the incredible impact your generosity had on my second graders this year especially through our Mini Millionaires Market at the end of the school year. \r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we were able to run a vibrant classroom \"market\" where students used the classroom currency they earned all year for demonstrating responsibility, kindness, teamwork, and academic effort. This wasn't just fun (though it was so much fun!), it was a meaningful learning experience that brought real-world skills to life.\r\n\r\nThrough our market, my students practiced:\r\n\r\nMath Skills: Counting, adding, subtracting, budgeting their \"money,\" and making change.\r\n\r\nFinancial Literacy: Understanding saving vs. spending, setting goals, and prioritizing needs vs. wants.\r\n\r\nSocial Emotional Learning: Negotiating, taking turns, showing gratitude, and handling disappointment gracefully if they didn't get everything they wanted.\r\n\r\nResponsibility and Accountability: Recognizing the results of their choices throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe will continue to earn class money and have a mini market at the end of the year to celebrate our hard work. \r\n\r\nour donation didn't just fund supplies for a day. It fueled an entire year of character-building, academic learning, and joyful, meaningful experiences they'll remember for years.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my second graders and from the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in them and supporting our classroom. You helped make this year special in ways that go far beyond the walls of our school.","fullyFundedDate":1744234625487,"projectUrl":"project/mini-millionaires-market/9222481/","projectTitle":"Mini Millionaires Market","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kohn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9133529_orig.png?crop=300,300,x74,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699989675867","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9133529"},{"teacherId":9165273,"projectId":9156143,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my first-grade class in Kailua, Hawai'i, has been thriving in a cleaner, more organized, and joyful learning environment! Living and learning near the beach means dealing with lots of salty air and dust, so your donation truly helped us maintain a tidy classroom with new bins and cleaning supplies that made a big difference.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts? Our class celebrated a big milestone together with a party using the fun supplies you helped fund! My 19 students were thrilled when they walked in and saw everything set up — it was a reward for all their hard work keeping our classroom clean throughout the year. Their smiles and pride in their efforts were priceless.\r\n\r\nBeyond the supplies, your support helped build something even more important: a sense of responsibility and community. I believe in teaching the whole child through SEL (social-emotional learning), and our classroom is designed to be a second home — a place where students feel safe, loved, and empowered, while still holding high expectations. Your gift helped make that vision possible.\r\n\r\nAs we wrap up the school year, my students are taking these lessons in ownership, care, and teamwork into every subject. From organizing their workspaces to helping one another tidy up, these little ones are developing lifelong habits of responsibility and pride. Thank you for being part of our classroom 'ohana — we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1742147164228,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-tidy/9156143/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Tidy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shoemaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9165273_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x1,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705625784863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9165273"},{"teacherId":2090896,"projectId":9153052,"letterContent":"You have really helped to get our kids moving. The equipment provided gives the students the motivation and the means to get moving in a way that utilizes all of their creativity and energy. They can be independent and creative in what they do and this keeps them busy and entertained. That means when they return to the classroom, they are ready for academics and classwork. 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