{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mokapu Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10294646,"projectId":10104583,"letterContent":"When the boxes of hands-on materials and interactive notebook supplies first arrived, my students' faces completely lit up. In a sixth-grade classroom, it can sometimes be tough to break through that pre-teen cool exterior, but the sheer excitement of unboxing fresh, colorful resources had them buzzing with energy. One of my students, whose parent is currently deployed, immediately grabbed a set of materials and whispered, \"We actually get to keep and use these?\" For children who deal with so much transition and change, having brand-new, high-quality tools that belong entirely to them brought an immediate sense of stability, ownership, and joy to our room.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are using these incredible resources to build our dynamic \"Identity and Voice\" interactive notebooks. In a recent lesson, students used the tactile materials to create 3D timeline spreads mapping out their own personal journeys and transitions. For my inclusion students, these hands-on supplies have completely leveled the playing field. Instead of staring at a blank, intimidating page of text, they are folding, color-coding, and building visual representations of their thoughts. It has turned what used to be a stressful writing exercise into a collaborative, tactile workshop where students are eagerly sharing materials and helping each other design their pages.\r\n\r\nOur next step is taking these personal notebook reflections and scaling them up into major project displays for our upcoming classroom \"Living Museum.\" Students will use the remaining display materials to create interactive exhibits that showcase a narrative they've written about resilience. Because of your generosity, these military-connected and diverse learners aren't just reading and writing—they are physically shaping their stories and finding the courage to share their voices with the world. Thank you for giving them the tools to see that their experiences truly matter.","fullyFundedDate":1771603046184,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-strong-readers-and-writers/10104583/","projectTitle":"Crafting Strong Readers and Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294646"},{"teacherId":8015084,"projectId":10104979,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your help in providing the Beebots that our kindergarten students were able to use this school year. They were able to code the Beebots to reinforce their language arts and math skills in kindergarten. They used mats and were able to use them in center rotations in order to review and practice skills like rhyming words, sound recognition, shape recognition, and patterns. \r\n\r\nThe students were very engaged when they were using the Beebots and loved debugging and fixing their code if they were unable to reach the correct target the first time. They were able to help each other and found it much more hands-on and interactive in their center rotations. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping us to enhance our Computer Science education and integrate it with our Language Arts and Math concepts. We truly appreciate the support and supplies towards the education of our future leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1771526591656,"projectUrl":"project/coding-with-beebots/10104979/","projectTitle":"Coding with Beebots","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vincent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8015084_orig.jpg?crop=695,695,x115,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630377321871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8015084"},{"teacherId":574959,"projectId":10104398,"letterContent":"Walking into the library feels like stepping into a studio of connection and creativity. Instead of just a quiet place for books, it is a vibrant hub where students huddle together, their fingers busy weaving yarn into lei or carefully threading beads for friendship bracelets or focused intently on pressing a stamp to paper, crafting a handmade card for someone they love. This isn't just \"craft time\"; it's a vital emotional exhale. These moments of tactile creativity allow our students to process their day, quiet their minds, and build social bonds. When the bell rings, they don't just head to their next subject; they walk back to class with a sense of calm and a positive spirit, truly ready to engage with their learning.\r\n\r\nI want you to know that this transformation would not have happened without you. It is easy to look at a list of supplies and see items, but because of your generosity, I see something much deeper: I see a shy student finally finding a way to make a friend through a shared bracelet, and I see the joy in a child's eyes when they realize they have the tools to create something beautiful from scratch. Your contribution has provided more than just materials; you have gifted these children a sense of belonging and a safe space to express who they are. From the bottom of my heart, and on behalf of every student who now finds peace and purpose in our library, thank you for seeing the value in their well-being and for making this joy possible.","fullyFundedDate":1771518156167,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-in-the-school-library/10104398/","projectTitle":"Crafting In The School Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/574959"},{"teacherId":8361889,"projectId":10109053,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for the books, puzzles prizes, and table that you donated to our class. My students love these new materials. I have been impressed with how careful they have been of the new books. Most of my students had not seen a pop-up book before and they are genuinely delighted when they open the book and see the picture pop up at them. \r\n\r\nI love that most of the books we got are nonfiction because the pique the interest of our students in science subjects and are a great way to introduce our class to our science standards which include animals and animal habitats. We also have a number of students with special needs in our class and having books that are highly engaging with great illustrations helps them to focus and to understand what is being read.\r\n\r\nOur book nook was created entirely from your generous donation and it is a part of our classroom that my students love to go to. Thank you so much for this generous gift.","fullyFundedDate":1771710374054,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-book-nook/10109053/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Book Nook","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Char","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8361889"},{"teacherId":10437912,"projectId":10104424,"letterContent":"Aloha Donors,\r\n\r\nI am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity. Here at our military school on the Windward side, our K–6 English Learners represent a beautiful global community, and your support directly impacts the highest density of EL students in our area.\r\n\r\nBy funding this project, you've provided more than just supplies—you've provided a foundation for focus. With our new cleaning essentials, our classroom will remain the healthy, organized sanctuary these students deserve. Furthermore, your contribution to our \"I Survived\" library and social-emotional activities like slime will spark joy and peer connection in a way that truly resonates with my students.\r\n\r\nThank you for seeing our students, hearing their needs, and helping them feel ready to learn every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1771551915213,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-diverse-young-scholars-thrive-i/10104424/","projectTitle":"Help Our Diverse Young Scholars Thrive in a Sparkling Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aspelin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10437912"},{"teacherId":7067609,"projectId":10109963,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom has transformed into a space of history and hands-on learning. While many people think of school technology as just tablets or laptops, your donation provided a different kind of essential \"tool\"—high-quality art supplies and environmental decor that allow students to process complex history in a tangible way. During our recent \"Colosseum Challenge,\" students weren't just reading about Roman architecture; they were engineers and artists, using the new supplies to recreate the structural marvels of the ancient world. This physical interaction with the curriculum helps bridge the gap between abstract historical facts and deep, memorable understanding.\r\n\r\nThe shift in our classroom's atmosphere has been the most exciting part for the students. The new decor has created a \"soft landing\" for them, turning our room into a sanctuary of relaxation, safety, and comfort. I've noticed a significant change in several students who previously struggled with feeling overwhelmed by traditional desk work. One student in particular, who often found it difficult to focus during long lectures, has completely blossomed by being able to do their work on our carpet with pillows in a more relaxed setting. Your gift didn't just buy supplies; it bought my students the permission to be creative and the comfort they needed to truly shine.","fullyFundedDate":1771773650019,"projectUrl":"project/let-your-creativity-shine/10109963/","projectTitle":"Let Your Creativity Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heater","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7067609"},{"teacherId":10293609,"projectId":10103031,"letterContent":"I appreciate how much of an impact you have had on my classroom. While I was previously utilizing a classroom rug that I found on the curb, the students were ecstatic to see a brand new rug show up in our classroom! The cushions also added the right amount of coziness to our classroom that was much needed.\r\n\r\nWe also really appreciate the book sets. Since I am a military spouse, we move frequently and the military will only move a certain weight of items. Books weigh a lot, and I left a lot of my popular books with my parents on the mainland. The students were excited to see popular series in my classroom library.\r\n\r\nLastly, I am very grateful for the scents for my wax warmer. I work with sixth grade students, and it can get a little stinky in the classroom. I enjoy switching out the scents every few weeks and having a nice smelling middle school classroom","fullyFundedDate":1771558834349,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corners-and-creative-hands/10103031/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corners and Creative Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10293609_orig.jpg?crop=700,700,x1420,y240&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777959939065","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293609"},{"teacherId":9373704,"projectId":9694346,"letterContent":"Introducing Bee-Bot coding robots into my kindergarten classroom has had a meaningful impact on both student learning and engagement. These simple, hands-on tools have made early coding concepts accessible and exciting for young learners. \r\n\r\nStudents quickly grasp sequencing, problem-solving, and cause-and-effect relationships as they program the robots to follow paths. What might otherwise feel abstract becomes concrete and playful, allowing children to build foundational computational thinking skills without even realizing they are \"coding.\"\r\n\r\nBeyond academic growth, Bee-Bots have also supported social and emotional development. Students frequently work in pairs or small groups, collaborating to plan routes and troubleshoot mistakes. This encourages communication, patience, and teamwork, as they learn to listen to one another's ideas and persist through challenges. The immediate feedback from the robots helps build confidence—students can see their success in real time, which motivates them to keep trying and improving.\r\n\r\nOverall, Bee-Bots have transformed my classroom into a dynamic, interactive learning environment where curiosity thrives. They have not only strengthened early math and logic skills but have also nurtured creativity, collaboration, and resilience. Watching kindergarten students take ownership of their learning in such an enthusiastic and hands-on way has been incredibly rewarding, and these tools have become an invaluable part of my teaching approach.","fullyFundedDate":1759193581898,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-coding/9694346/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Coding!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cormier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9373704"},{"teacherId":6854694,"projectId":10106393,"letterContent":"The supplies provided for my 35 Art classes K-6 has helped me organize materials for my students so they can enjoy a variety of art media. All the containers and bins has been very helpful in my brand new Art Room. Our school has recently made a huge transition from moving into a new building. Before I was art on a cart but now I have a big fabulous art room for my students to enjoy.\r\n The magnets have helped tremendously, so I can hang student artwork up along the metal cabinets that run along the side of my room and on my large white board in front.\r\nOur school has not been able to provide all the necessary items that I need, so this supplemental opportunity is so valuable to me and my students.","fullyFundedDate":1771625159477,"projectUrl":"project/new-art-classroom/10106393/","projectTitle":"New Art Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6854694"},{"teacherId":8611089,"projectId":10107583,"letterContent":"To our incredibly generous donors, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for the iPad that has now become a central heartbeat of our Physical Education program. While many of you likely use tablets for professional emails, reading the news, or catching up on shows at home, in the hands of an elementary PE teacher, this device is less of a personal computer and more of a \"digital mirror\" and a high-energy command center. The most profound way this technology helps our students learn is through immediate visual feedback and the bridge it builds between theory and movement. In a traditional gym setting, I might spend five minutes explaining the proper mechanics of a jump shot or a yoga pose, but for a seven-year-old, verbal instructions can sometimes feel like abstract noise. Now, I can record a student's movement in slow motion and play it back for them instantly. When a student actually sees that their elbow is tucked or that their balance is shifting too far forward, the \"lightbulb moment\" happens in seconds rather than weeks. This shift from auditory learning to visual and kinesthetic mastery is revolutionary for our curriculum; we aren't just telling them how to move—we are showing them their own potential in real-time, allowing them to self-correct and develop a sophisticated sense of body awareness that will serve them for a lifetime of health.\r\n\r\nBeyond the technical mechanics of form and function, the sheer level of excitement this iPad has brought to the gym is palpable from the moment the students line up at the door. To the students, the iPad represents a \"gamified\" version of fitness that makes the hard work of exercise feel like an adventure. They are most thrilled by the way we use the device to curate the atmosphere of the class through high-energy, age-appropriate music and interactive visual timers that turn a simple circuit workout into a high-stakes \"mission.\" We've integrated fitness apps that project challenges onto the wall, turning the gym into a portable stadium. The excitement often peaks when we use the iPad to lead \"Follow-the-Pro\" dance and coordination videos, where the students can see a diverse range of athletes performing the same drills they are practicing. This connection to the broader world of sports and movement makes our little gymnasium feel like part of something much bigger. The device has effectively stripped away the \"boredom\" that some children associate with traditional calisthenics, replacing it with a sense of modern, tech-integrated play that mirrors the world they see outside of school.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most heartening, however, is watching how this technology has invited our most reluctant movers into the fold. We have several students who struggle with traditional team sports or who face sensory and neurodivergent challenges that make the loud, chaotic environment of a gym overwhelming. For these students, the iPad has been a literal game-changer. One student in particular, who often felt paralyzed by the pressure of performing in front of peers, has completely \"warmed to\" the class because of the iPad's individualized feedback. For them, the iPad acts as a private coach; we can set up a small station where they can watch a specific skill demonstration on the screen at their own pace, reducing the anxiety of \"getting it wrong\" in front of the group. Another group of students, our \"tech-native\" kids who might prefer video games to kickball, have found a new leadership role in the gym as my \"assistant directors,\" helping to manage the music and timing apps. This has given them a sense of ownership and pride in PE that they never had before. By meeting these students where they are—in a digital language they understand—we have transformed the gym from a place they feared into a place where they feel capable, seen, and empowered to move. Your donation hasn't just provided a piece of hardware; it has unlocked a new level of confidence for every child who steps onto our floor.","fullyFundedDate":1771651966010,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-for-pe-students/10107583/","projectTitle":"Ipad for PE students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Saggers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8611089_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x100,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700170079590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8611089"},{"teacherId":9980980,"projectId":10110349,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in providing us with a new easel, literacy magnetics, a CVC word builder, and our life cycle sequencing kit. These resources have fundamentally transformed our daily centers, turning abstract concepts into hands-on discoveries. Whether the children are \"building\" their first words with the tactile builders or visualizing the wonders of nature through the sequencing sets, your gifts have sparked a newfound enthusiasm for learning that is visible on every student's face.\r\n\r\nBeyond the educational tools, your contribution of the prize bin items and additional locks has been a lifesaver for our classroom management and organization. The prize bin has added a wonderful boost to our positive behavior system, while the new locks ensure our precious supplies stay safe and organized for years to come. Thank you for investing in our classroom and showing these young learners that their education is supported by a kind and caring community.","fullyFundedDate":1771772636009,"projectUrl":"project/kindergartens/10110349/","projectTitle":"Kindergartens","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bridges","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9980980"},{"teacherId":2386625,"projectId":10108375,"letterContent":"I would like to send you all a huge MAHALO (thank you) for your generous donations. The motivational items you donated have helped my students develop great work habits and focus skills they will carry into the future. \r\n\r\nSince we received the items, my students have been on task, have improved their comprehension, and have completed their assignments. My students are so excited to go into the treasure chest and pick out their completion award. \r\n\r\nWith the budget shortfalls my school is facing, my students would never have had the opportunity to access these valuable resources to build their skills and knowledge. Without donors like you, my students would never experience the joys of learning with great resources like these.\r\n\r\nThank you again ☺","fullyFundedDate":1771686135959,"projectUrl":"project/motivational-items-for-a-fantastic-first/10108375/","projectTitle":"Motivational Items for a Fantastic First Grade Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Beaty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2386625_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449022108992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jodibeaty"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50945","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":805,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":20,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":45,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":35,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":10,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"15.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":65.8,"schoolId":50945,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mokapu Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mokapu Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/windward-school-district/mokapu-elementary-school/50945"}