{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pu'ohala School","outOfStateSupporters":28.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7941928,"projectId":9774147,"letterContent":"Mahalo so much for your donations. The students have been so excited to use the new STEM building materials. Through the STEM building kits they have become better at teamwork and critical thinking. They have developed more critical thinking skills and have also explored fun, creative designs.\r\n\r\nWith these donations they have also received snacks to nourish and prepare their bodies and mind. A full stomach has ensured that students have the ability and energy to focus on the days tasks. You donations have made such an impact on their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1759449574851,"projectUrl":"project/get-creative-through-art-and-stem/9774147/","projectTitle":"Get Creative Through Art and STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kauʻi Kaiahua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7941928_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y382&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741762870063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7941928"},{"teacherId":8828200,"projectId":9773456,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, these new materials have quickly become an essential part of our daily learning. Our students are using the Play-Doh, Sculpey clay, and fine motor tools during small-group centers to strengthen hand muscles, practice grasping and shaping, and build the coordination they need for writing and self-help skills. The jewelry-making supplies have been especially helpful for practicing sequencing, color recognition, and turn-taking as students create simple bracelets while working on communication and social interaction.\r\n\r\nOne special moment happened the first day we introduced the materials. As soon as the children saw the bright colors and felt the different textures, their faces lit up with excitement. Students who are often hesitant to participate eagerly came to the table, exploring the clay and proudly showing their creations. One child, who is working on expressive language, began labeling colors and requesting more pieces—something we had been encouraging for months. The materials naturally invited communication, creativity, and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe ukuleles have brought a new energy to our classroom. During music time, students practice listening, strumming, and moving to rhythm. These experiences support attention, motor planning, and joyful self-expression while helping students connect with one another through shared activities.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue incorporating these tools into thematic lessons by combining art, music, and sensory exploration. Students will use the materials to create projects connected to stories we read, practice following multi-step directions, and build independence in structured centers. Our goal is to expand their communication, social skills, and readiness for future learning through these meaningful, hands-on experiences.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom where every child can engage, explore, and feel successful. We are so grateful for the opportunities you have provided our students to learn through play, creativity, and connection.","fullyFundedDate":1759424558159,"projectUrl":"project/music-clay-creativity-for-little-lear/9773456/","projectTitle":"Music, Clay & Creativity for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shaundra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8828200"},{"teacherId":8976073,"projectId":9774149,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest thanks for your incredible generosity. Your contributions toward our classroom snacks, incentives, gifts, and holiday decorations have done so much more than just fill a pantry or decorate a wall—they have created a sense of magic and belonging for my students that they will carry with them for a long time.\r\n\r\nThe Big Reveal: Joy in the Classroom\r\nWhen the students first saw the Halloween decorations go up, the reaction was immediate and infectious. Many of my students don't always get to experience elaborate holiday setups at home, so walking into a classroom transformed with festive lights and seasonal decor made them feel like they were entering a special world just for them. One student stopped at the door, eyes wide, and whispered, \"It looks like a movie in here!\" How Your Gifts Made a Difference\r\n\r\nWe have been using these resources to fuel both our bodies and our motivation:\r\n• Fuel for Learning: The snacks have become a vital part of our daily rhythm. Having a reliable \"snack station\" takes the anxiety out of the day for students who come to school hungry. It's hard to focus on long division when you're thinking about lunch; your gift ensured that every belly was full and every mind was focused.\r\n• The Power of \"I Can\": We used the incentives to launch a \"Goal Getter\" challenge. Students earned small prizes and gifts for meeting personal academic milestones or showing extra kindness to peers.\r\n• A Holiday Highlight: During our December celebration, we used the gifts you provided to ensure every single child had something to unwrap. Watching them cheer for each other as they opened their surprises was a powerful lesson in community and gratitude.\r\n\r\nA Specific Moment of Impact\r\nOne particular moment stands out: during our Halloween party, a student who usually struggles with social anxiety was wearing a small festive accessory purchased through this project. The decorations and the \"special\" feeling of the day seemed to give him a boost of confidence. He spent the entire afternoon laughing and handing out snacks to his classmates—a level of engagement I hadn't seen from him all year.\r\n\r\nThank You for Investing in Joy\r\nYour support provided the \"extras\" that turn a standard classroom into a vibrant, supportive community. You didn't just buy supplies; you bought smiles, confidence, and comfort for a group of very deserving kids.","fullyFundedDate":1760721752327,"projectUrl":"project/aloha-phala/9774149/","projectTitle":"Aloha Pūʻōhala","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aokea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8976073_orig.jpg?crop=1079,1079,x0,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677823016009","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8976073"},{"teacherId":8976073,"projectId":9536209,"letterContent":"I am writing to you with a heart full of gratitude to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our classroom. Thanks to your contributions, our learning environment has been transformed into a space where my students feel truly cared for and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nA New Energy in the Classroom\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, the excitement was palpable. My students' faces lit up with pure joy as they saw the colorful new books, puzzles, and games. One student looked at me in disbelief and asked, \"Are these really for us to keep in our room?\" It was a beautiful reminder of how much it means to these children to know that people they haven't even met are rooting for their success.\r\n\r\nResources in Action\r\nWe have integrated these materials into our daily routine in several meaningful ways:\r\n• Brain Power & Nutrition: The snacks have been a game-changer. It's hard to focus on a math problem when your stomach is growling. Having healthy options on hand ensures that every student is fueled and ready to engage, regardless of whether they missed breakfast.\r\n• Social-Emotional Learning: The games and toys are being used during our \"Connection Time.\" I've watched students who usually struggle with social cues learn to take turns, negotiate rules, and build friendships over a shared board game.\r\n• The \"Quiet Success\" Moment: Recently, during our independent reading block, a student who usually struggles to stay seated grabbed one of the new high-interest books and a fidget toy. For the first time all year, he sat absorbed in his story for twenty minutes straight. When he finished, he ran over to show me a picture in the book, beaming with pride. That moment of focus and confidence was made possible by your support.\r\n\r\nThe Lasting Impact\r\nThese resources are more than just \"stuff\"—they are tools that foster a sense of belonging and security. Because of you, my students see our classroom as a place of abundance and possibility.\r\nThank you for investing in their futures and for making our classroom feel like a second home.","fullyFundedDate":1755714004856,"projectUrl":"project/aloha-phala/9536209/","projectTitle":"Aloha Pūʻōhala","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aokea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8976073_orig.jpg?crop=1079,1079,x0,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677823016009","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8976073"},{"teacherId":3673345,"projectId":9775732,"letterContent":"The items you provided have made a meaningful and measurable impact in our classroom. This month alone, your support allowed us to offer our student leaders an overnight educational campout and take all 88 students on four community-based field trips that extended and connected their learning directly to real-world experiences. In addition, our students earned first place at their middle school and first and second place in this month's speech competitions. These achievements are a direct result of the community coming together to support our students' growth and success. We are deeply grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1759425685834,"projectUrl":"project/protect-power-up-unlocking-ipads-for/9775732/","projectTitle":"Protect & Power Up: Unlocking iPads for Student Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Teacher Waianuhea Walk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3673345_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468348655976","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/papa5"},{"teacherId":10294213,"projectId":9775867,"letterContent":"Mahalo for all the wonderful snacks and goodies donated. My Haumana are very appreciative both for the physical nourishment as well as the spiritual nourishment of receiving a gift. It has helped us maintain a constant and effective learning environment. The Haumana have been able to focus and learn without the distraction of hunger. They have been able to learn more effectively and efficiently with greater understanding.\r\nThe Kumu are also very appreciative, because of your wonderful gift our teaching staff have been able to perform more effectively and efficiently as the students have been able to listen and focus on the work at hand and not focus on when and what lunch will be. Mahalo nui loa i ko oukou kokua ana.","fullyFundedDate":1759434646989,"projectUrl":"project/plug-in-snack-up-and-get-organized/9775867/","projectTitle":"Plug In, Snack Up, and Get Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hoike Laimana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10294213"},{"teacherId":10112064,"projectId":9773689,"letterContent":"​I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible support of our classroom. Because of your generosity, our room has transformed into a space where students feel nourished, prepared, and inspired to learn.\r\n​The new bookshelf has become the heart of our classroom, providing our books with a proper home and making it much easier for students to find their next favorite story. Beyond fueling their minds, you are also fueling their bodies. The snacks have been a total game-changer. For my students who aren't able to bring food from home, these snacks ensure they can focus on their lessons rather than their hunger. Plus, being able to offer a snack to the whole class when energy levels dip has created a much more inclusive and supportive environment.\r\n​We've also been putting the \"fun\" in functional! The holiday Play-Doh set is a favorite for building fine motor skills, and having a steady supply of pencils and individual dry-erase markers means no student ever has to feel stressed about being unprepared for an assignment.\r\n​Thank you for investing in these young lives. You've provided more than just supplies; you've provided the tools for success.\r\n​With gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1759453447916,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-young-minds-and-bodies/9773689/","projectTitle":"Fueling Young Minds and Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahina Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10112064_orig.png?crop=576,576,x126,y208&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757284233015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10112064"},{"teacherId":4956872,"projectId":9741016,"letterContent":"The acquisition of these donations has certainly sparked curiosity for learning by providing essential non-fiction resources like the TIME for Kids magazine series. These materials have proven effective at catching the attention of reluctant readers and helping teachers scaffold instruction with these quick reads. Our students are so happy that we have more books on their favorite weird animal, axolotls!\r\n\r\nThe front-facing book bins have transformed the library layout by increasing accessibility and encouraging students to browse the shelves more frequently. By improving how these materials are displayed, the library has fostered an environment of independent discovery where high-demand items are always within reach.\r\n\r\nReceiving these donations has had a big impact on refreshing our library! The shelves are no longer just holding inventory but are actively displaying the exact items the community has been begging for, making the entire space more navigable and exciting for every visitor.","fullyFundedDate":1758829266522,"projectUrl":"project/no-nonsense-non-fiction-in-the-library/9741016/","projectTitle":"No-nonsense Non-fiction in the Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4956872_orig.jpg?crop=349,349,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637530686367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4956872"},{"teacherId":5316494,"projectId":9781038,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our DonorsChoose project. My 4th and 5th grade students are incredibly grateful for you!\r\n\r\nThank you for the snacks that help fuel my always-hungry learners. Having snacks available has made a big difference in helping students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day. Thank you also for the pencils—because my students seem to lose them constantly! Having plenty of pencils in our classroom means no one misses learning time and everyone can participate fully.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a classroom environment where students feel cared for, supported, and ready to succeed. Because of you, my students can focus more on learning and less on hunger or missing supplies. Your kindness truly makes a difference every single day.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for supporting their education. We are so thankful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1759606717721,"projectUrl":"project/fun-and-ready-to-learn/9781038/","projectTitle":"FUN and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5316494_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667270007312","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5316494"},{"teacherId":7932636,"projectId":9775444,"letterContent":"The coding and engineering resources that were provided for my 12 1st and 2nd grade combo classes have been impactful. The students used the coding Sphero during their RTI time as well as the engineering builder kits. These materials provide critical thinking skills and improve communication abilities. \r\n\r\nThe students were extremely excited when they received the boxes of resources. I immediately gave opportunities for them to share and discuss how they work. \r\n\r\nThe next step is to have my students participate in the school system's Hour of Coding week. They will be able to demonstrate their knowledge.","fullyFundedDate":1759438823280,"projectUrl":"project/stem-coding-and-exploration/9775444/","projectTitle":"Stem - Coding and Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porcher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932636"},{"teacherId":10112064,"projectId":9673625,"letterContent":"\"In essence, the new supplies provided the tools for success, but the ultimate gift was self-efficacy. By mastering fine-motor skills and engaging with materials to deepen problem-solving and creative output, students consistently moved past asking for help. \r\nThey instead confidently declared, \"I can do it all by myself, demonstrating a profound and measurable leap in their independence learning journey. \r\nThe joy in the classroom is palpable. Students who previously struggled with traditional paper-and-pencil tasks are now thriving because they have manipulatives they can touch and move. These tools provide the \"scaffolding\" our learners need to bridge the gap between playing and deep learning. \r\nThank you for investing in our studentsʻ futures and for making our classroom a place where every child can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1758829266295,"projectUrl":"project/i-can-do-it-all-by-myself/9673625/","projectTitle":"I can do it all by myself!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahina Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10112064_orig.png?crop=576,576,x126,y208&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757284233015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10112064"},{"teacherId":9273148,"projectId":9772778,"letterContent":"This vital classroom project, focused on \"investing in focus and future success,\" has profoundly enhanced our learning environment. The introduction of essential adaptive seating and specialized fidget tools has been crucial for effective sensory regulation, significantly boosting student engagement and concentration. To sustain this progress, we are replenishing key supplies, including aluminum water flasks, various snack items (fruit snacks, cookies, chips, crackers), and, critically, sanitizing wipes to ensure a clean, germ-free learning space.\r\n\r\nBy addressing these critical foundational requirements—from adaptive seating to hygiene—students can now maintain consistent focus, reduce distractions, and achieve notable academic stability. Furthermore, incorporating vital reward incentives helps recognize effort, promote positive behavior, and foster intrinsic motivation. This initiative directly supports our clear mission: to equip every student with the physical and emotional resources they need to thrive and become successful, contributing members of their community, making our classroom a more productive and supportive space for everyone. Thank you for all of your support, we are so grateful! 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