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Because of your donation, our students now have access to technology that supports their unique communication needs in ways that are engaging, motivating, and highly effective.\r\n\r\nThe iPad and keyboard you helped provide will be used in a variety of ways: to support expressive and receptive language skills, to build vocabulary, to encourage turn-taking and conversational exchanges, to access augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) apps, and to increase independence in communication for students who need support. For some children, this device will be the very tool that helps them say their first independent words. For others, it will strengthen the skills they are already working so hard to build. No matter the student, your contribution ensures they have access to individualized, high-quality tools that meet them where they are and help them grow.\r\n\r\nWhat may seem like a simple device is, in reality, a bridge—one that connects our students to new opportunities, richer interactions, and a world where their voices are heard and valued. It is also a symbol of hope. The students who will use this device are children who learn differently, communicate differently, and shine differently. With your help, they are being given the chance to express themselves more fully and participate more confidently in their learning environments.\r\n\r\nYour generosity also supports our speech-language pathologists by allowing them to incorporate researched-based, interactive, and highly motivating tools into their daily sessions. The ability to individualize therapy with apps, visuals, digital books, typing tools, and modeled communication is invaluable. You have strengthened our program and expanded what we are able to offer.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your donation is not just a financial contribution—it is an investment in a child's future, in their ability to form relationships, in their ability to say what they need, think, feel, and dream. It is an investment in equity and access, ensuring every student has the right tools to reach their potential.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly thankful for your compassion, your generosity, and your belief in our mission. Your support truly makes a difference, and our students will feel the impact for years to come. Thank you for being part of their journey and for helping them find and strengthen their voices.","fullyFundedDate":1764779075588,"projectUrl":"project/speech-ipad-and-keyboard/9881694/","projectTitle":"Speech iPad and Keyboard","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9468775_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708509013727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468775"},{"teacherId":9468775,"projectId":9867289,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation of an iPad and keyboard, our speech therapy students now have access to powerful tools that are transforming the way they learn, communicate, and grow.\r\n\r\nThis technology has opened doors to interactive learning apps, AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) platforms, and engaging speech-language activities that make therapy sessions more dynamic and personalized. For students with limited verbal abilities, the iPad has become a voice—allowing them to express themselves, connect with peers, and participate more fully in both classroom and social settings.\r\n\r\nThe keyboard has also enabled students to build essential literacy and typing skills, helping bridge communication gaps and build confidence in expressing themselves in new ways.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a real, measurable difference. Because of you, students are not only meeting therapy goals—they're finding their voices and unlocking their potential.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students, families, and staff: thank you for believing in their journey and investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1762277479005,"projectUrl":"project/speech-therapy-and-mental-health-ipad-an/9867289/","projectTitle":"Speech Therapy and Mental Health iPad and Keyboard","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9468775_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708509013727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468775"},{"teacherId":2386625,"projectId":9774445,"letterContent":"I want to send you all a huge MAHALO (thank you) for your generous donations. The rockers, calming tubes, and clay you donated helped keep my students relaxed and refocused, allowing them to think and learn. \r\n\r\nThe rockers give them their own space to read and calm down. They can come to the calming corner and interact with the calming tubes and clay, which have soothed their moods and helped my students use tools to increase their excitement and enthusiasm for learning. You should see their excitement when they ask to use their new tools. \r\n\r\nGiven the budget shortfalls my school is facing, my students would never have had the opportunity to use 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":1759416884219,"projectUrl":"project/calming-the-mind-and-soul/9774445/","projectTitle":"Calming the Mind and Soul!","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"},{"teacherId":9468775,"projectId":9849511,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations toward the new iPad stylus and 3D printer filament for our speech therapy program. These tools will open new creative and engaging ways for children to build their communication skills.\r\nWith the stylus, students can interact more precisely with language and drawing apps, making therapy activities both fun and hands-on. The 3D printer filament allows us to create custom materials and tactile learning tools that help students express themselves and stay motivated.\r\nYour support helps us make learning more interactive, meaningful, and empowering for every child we serve.","fullyFundedDate":1761940427224,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-stylus-and-3d-printer-filament/9849511/","projectTitle":"iPad Stylus and 3D Printer Filament","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9468775_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708509013727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468775"},{"teacherId":10293609,"projectId":9772284,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting my students through your donation. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe privacy boards have already become an essential tool for my students. They help create a focused, comfortable learning environment where students feel confident taking assessments and completing independent work. Having this extra support allows them to do their very best without distractions.\r\n\r\nThe prize box items have brought so much excitement and motivation to our classroom! They are a wonderful way to celebrate positive behavior, effort, and growth. Seeing my students light up with pride when they earn a reward is truly priceless.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students feel supported, encouraged, and valued. Thank you for believing in them and for investing in their success. 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The new supplies and furniture allow me to create my \"Zen Den\" where students can seek support in a calm and nurturing environment. \r\nMy students are most excited about the new seating and the hanging light clouds. \r\nThank you so much for supporting my work and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1759417711248,"projectUrl":"project/create-a-counseling-zen-den/9773158/","projectTitle":"Create a Counseling Zen Den","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8355090_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646424269422","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8355090"},{"teacherId":9468775,"projectId":9840210,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for your generous donation of a 3D printer to our speech therapy program. This technology has quickly become a powerful tool in helping our students build communication skills in exciting, hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nWith the 3D printer, students are now able to create customized visual aids, tactile learning tools, and interactive games tailored to their individual therapy goals. For many, especially those with communication challenges, holding and interacting with objects they helped design brings language to life—turning abstract concepts into real, concrete experiences.\r\n\r\nIt has also sparked creativity, engagement, and confidence in ways we couldn't have imagined. From printing communication boards to building personalized story props, your gift is helping students connect, express themselves, and achieve meaningful milestones.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our therapy sessions are more engaging, inclusive, and effective. You've given our students not just a tool, but a new way to learn, communicate, and succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this kind of innovation possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760843522481,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printer/9840210/","projectTitle":"3D Printer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9468775_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708509013727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468775"},{"teacherId":9468775,"projectId":9784558,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation of an iPad and keyboard, our speech therapy students now have access to powerful tools that are transforming the way they learn, communicate, and grow.\r\n\r\nThis technology has opened doors to interactive learning apps, AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) platforms, and engaging speech-language activities that make therapy sessions more dynamic and personalized. 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Because of you, students are not only meeting therapy goals—they're finding their voices and unlocking their potential.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students, families, and staff: thank you for believing in their journey and investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1760291857381,"projectUrl":"project/speech-ipad-and-keyboard/9784558/","projectTitle":"Speech iPad and Keyboard","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9468775_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708509013727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468775"},{"teacherId":6212899,"projectId":9154375,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of DonorsChoose supporters, my classroom has been transformed into a space where learning truly thrives. The social studies kits we received have brought history and geography to life for my third graders. Instead of simply reading about topics, my students are now able to explore hands-on materials, collaborate in groups, and build a deeper understanding of the world around them. These resources have made lessons more engaging, interactive, and meaningful, sparking curiosity and excitement in every student.\r\nIn addition, the flexible seating options, cozy carpets, and vacuum have completely changed the way our learning environment feels day to day. My students now have the freedom to choose seating that works best for their learning style, which helps them stay focused and engaged. The carpets create inviting spaces for group discussions, reading time, and collaborative activities, while the vacuum helps keep our classroom clean and comfortable for everyone. Altogether, these additions have made our classroom feel welcoming, supportive, and full of opportunities to learn in ways that fit each student best.\r\nI am so grateful for the donors who made this possible. Their kindness and generosity have not only provided materials but have also empowered my students to learn with joy and confidence. Each day, I see the positive impact these resources have on my class, and I know they are helping my students grow academically, socially, and personally.","fullyFundedDate":1741704556723,"projectUrl":"project/spring-refresh/9154375/","projectTitle":"Spring Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pepper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6212899"},{"teacherId":9468775,"projectId":9576221,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Because of your support, we were able to purchase fidget and sensory toys for our speech therapy sessions.\r\n\r\nThese tools help children stay calm, focused, and engaged, which in return, makes it easier for them to learn and express themselves. Our therapists are already seeing great results. 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About this school
Mokapu Elementary School is
a suburban public school
in Kailua, Hawaii that is part of Windward School District.
It serves 805 students
in grades Pre-K - 6 with a student/teacher ratio of 15.5:1.
Its teachers have had 276 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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41%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Mokapu Elementary School
$204,505
raised using DonorsChoose
276
projects
funded
100
teachers
funded
134
donors
17
projects
for
basic supplies
52
projects for
technology
20
projects for
books
20
projects
for
art supplies
Mokapu Elementary School has received support from
90 individuals from Hawaii and
44 individuals out-of-state.