{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Waimanalo Elementary Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":41.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8417689,"projectId":10103096,"letterContent":"Thank you so much again for your generous contributions to the State of Hawaii Department of Education. My students will now have pens available for them to do their assignments, and the cleaning products will help to ensure that our classroom will remain a clean and tidy place, where students can focus on learning and I can focus on teaching. \r\n\r\nPeople like you are invaluable in creating positive and clean environments for students to learn and thrive. We are all very grateful for you donations again this year. Thank you so much for what you do!","fullyFundedDate":1771459896555,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-our-game-on/10103096/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Our Game On!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kalaiwaa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8417689_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y198&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649911670359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8417689"},{"teacherId":1509351,"projectId":10007159,"letterContent":"I want to extend my sincerest gratitude for your donations to Back to Basics. My children were excited to open the boxes to discover what was gifted to them. They were ready to dive into the materials!\r\n\r\nMy children were ecstatic to draw with the Crayola Pip Squeak markers. They wanted to practice writing their letter and numbers using the Write and Wipe pockets and dry erase markers. They also loved practicing their number recognition using the flashcards laminated with the lamination film you donated. These materials will be used this year and next year (e.g,. Classroom Connectors). Thank you for lending your helping hand!","fullyFundedDate":1770451580296,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/10007159/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Iwaishi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/diwaishi"},{"teacherId":3842836,"projectId":9779215,"letterContent":"The fans have been a LIFE SAVER!! They were put to use right away and are used on the DAILY basis as we don't have AC in our classroom and need all the fans we can get to keep us cool. The water filter cooler I was able to finally work and my students were so excited! They drink so much water because there are days that are hot and we only have water fountain water which is outside so the water can be warm or even hot. The water filter is a good addition to keeping my kiddos hydrated and cooled off. The children ice packs has saved us so many trips to the health room and is an easy 'fix' to those small booboos.\r\nI am excited to have the water cooler in the classroom because this will eliminate the amount of disposable water bottles I've been buying my kiddos who don't have water bottles and I hope it'll encourage parents to send their kiddo with a reusable water bottle. The ice cub tray we will be trialing in the near future on a way to keep cool on hot days but also as a calming down/regulating method.","fullyFundedDate":1759527865452,"projectUrl":"project/beating-the-heat/9779215/","projectTitle":"Beating the Heat!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keolanui-Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3842836_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749362535531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-keolanuiwilson"},{"teacherId":7930154,"projectId":7974865,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our classroom has become a much more interactive and collaborative space. The rolling whiteboards have made a big difference. Instead of working only at their desks, students now gather in small groups to solve problems, map out ideas, and explain their thinking. It's been great to see more participation and discussion as they work through challenges together.\r\n\r\nThe LEGO NASA sets immediately grabbed their attention. When students first saw the Saturn V rocket and Mars Rover, they were genuinely excited. We used the builds to connect to lessons about engineering design, problem-solving, and space exploration. Students had to follow detailed plans, work patiently, and collaborate when they ran into challenges. It naturally led to conversations about how real engineers test, revise, and improve their designs.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers and magnets help us fully use the whiteboards each day for modeling concepts, group brainstorming, and quick formative checks. Students are more willing to share their thinking when they can write it out, adjust it, and build on each other's ideas.\r\n\r\nNext, students are applying what they've learned by designing their own space exploration concepts, focusing on planning, structure, and clear presentation of ideas. Your support has helped create a classroom environment where students are more engaged, more collaborative, and more confident in sharing their thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1698718859639,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-potential-whiteboards-and-leg/7974865/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Potential: Whiteboards and LEGO Sets for Inclusive STEM Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Joshua Pietro Christian Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7930154_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698777694717","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joshuapietrochristianpatterson"},{"teacherId":3842836,"projectId":9402960,"letterContent":"We are more than half way through the school year and my students use all of these supplies on the daily basis. The EXPO markers we use multiple times a day during our reading and math block as well as during our free time. The pencil sharpener keeps our pencils sharpened on a weekly basis and it sharpens the pencils so fast that we aren't at the pencil sharpener for long periods of time. Our folders we use as our daily home-school communication/homework folders.\r\nWhen we were starting to run low on EXPO markers from what the students had provided from the beginning of the school year they were really excited knowing that we had so many donated to us through this project. They get so much use out of them that I have no idea what we would do without them. The folders keep my students so organized and they are able to easily pick their folders out and remember them on a daily basis. Right now my students are doing number talks more during our math block. So, they are looking at an open-ended problem/picture and coming up with different ways to approach what they see and sharing it with their peers.","fullyFundedDate":1753035730636,"projectUrl":"project/student-work-essentials/9402960/","projectTitle":"Student Work Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keolanui-Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3842836_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749362535531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-keolanuiwilson"},{"teacherId":3842836,"projectId":9402956,"letterContent":"My students are still using these resources on a daily basis. The golf pencils especially has helped my students with correct finger grip with their little hands. They LOVE them and I notice a difference in my students' handwriting this year compared to last year where I used regular sized pencils. Even when my students are offered regular size pencils, they prefer the golf size ones because it feels more comfortable for them. The crayons has been a huge help as my students go through so many crayons on a weekly basis and they are able to self advocate and grab whatever color they need. At this part of the school year my students have went from focusing on correct letter formation to now writing their own independent sentences! They will be starting to learn how to self assess their writing using a visual model and a writing rubric!","fullyFundedDate":1753035730412,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-write/9402956/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Write!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keolanui-Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3842836_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749362535531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-keolanuiwilson"},{"teacherId":1419339,"projectId":7216304,"letterContent":"The materials and supplies that our classroom received fostered a deeper learning experience for my students by documenting their learning through student work samples and personal reflections. The binders and dividers provided an organized system to document their learning journey. The large chart papers, markers, and pocket charts enhanced our classroom engagement and learning. Our writing center was replenished by staples, tape, paper clips, binder clips, pens, markers, sticky notes, sticky tabs, and highlighters which fostered access to their learning and personal independence and growth.\r\nYour generosity and giving provided our classroom will the materials and supplies we needed to continue to grow and learn. We truly appreciate your donations and are forever grateful. The saying, \"It takes a village to raise a child,\" is evident through your support and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1677986638608,"projectUrl":"project/show-casing-my-learning-journey/7216304/","projectTitle":"Show Casing My Learning Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tahauri","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1419339_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523315092796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1419339"},{"teacherId":7930154,"projectId":9908356,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our students at Waimānalo Elementary and Intermediate! Because of your generosity, we were able to purchase a new ukulele, and it has quickly become a favorite in our classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents have been coming in during lunch to practice and play music together. One special moment was seeing a normally quiet student confidently help others learn their first chords. When the ukulele first arrived, students were excited and eager to take turns playing.\r\n\r\nNext, we're focusing on learning basic chords and working toward playing full songs together, with the goal of eventually performing for others. Your support has created a space for creativity, confidence, and connection. Mahalo!","fullyFundedDate":1766144882577,"projectUrl":"project/ukulele-session-for-our-waimanalo-studen/9908356/","projectTitle":"Ukulele Session for our Waimanalo Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Joshua Pietro Christian Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7930154_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698777694717","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joshuapietrochristianpatterson"},{"teacherId":1509351,"projectId":9990606,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to Help Us Seal the Deal! Every time we receive boxes from Donors Choose, my children are so excited to uncover its contents. When the lamination machine arrived, shouts of joy echoed throughout our classroom! One child asked, \"What is it?\" Another child wondered, \"What can we use it for?\" We took a walk around our room and discovered all of the things our old laminator was used for. Another child exclaimed, \"Let's use it now!\" So we did.\r\n\r\nWe are currently engrossed in a project-based investigation about water (wai), streams (kahawai), and our responsibility (kuleana) for protecting our water, streams, and land (aina). The children helped to laminate vocabulary cards to put up on our boards. They were amazed at how the laminator worked along with the lamination film. One child exclaimed: \"This is so cool! Let's make new game cards!\"\r\n\r\nThe new laminator will be used to protect paper manipulative, flash cards, game cards, picture exchange cards, visual schedules, and their most prized work. This machine is invaluable to our learning. We appreciate your support of education in our class. Thank you for helping seal the deal!","fullyFundedDate":1768501603434,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-seal-the-deal/9990606/","projectTitle":"Help Us Seal the Deal!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Iwaishi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/diwaishi"},{"teacherId":1509351,"projectId":9777408,"letterContent":"I want to extend my sincerest gratitude for your donations to our project \"Ramp It Up!\" When the boxes arrived, the children's excitement was palpable! Not even knowing the contents in the box they were jumping for joy! They had to demonstrate some self-control as all children wanted to open the boxes. After figuring an equitable way, they dived into unpacking the boxes. Then the excitement grew.\r\n\r\nMy children are so inquisitive and thrive on play-based learning. They have spent many, many days exploring the balls and ramp set. They changed the length, angle, and goals. They even tried to make an obstacle course using the balls and ramps. Although that is still a work in project, the children are enjoying designing and redesigning their courses. Thank you so much for your generous donations. You have ramped up our learning!","fullyFundedDate":1767050025418,"projectUrl":"project/ramp-it-up/9777408/","projectTitle":"Ramp It Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Iwaishi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/diwaishi"},{"teacherId":10293712,"projectId":9773173,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing the video equipment to help with our counseling program. We are deeply grateful for this investment and would like to share how meaningfully it is contributing to student learning and personal development.\r\n\r\nThe video equipment allows students to observe themselves participating in discussions and group activities. By seeing themselves on video, students gain valuable insight into their communication styles, problem-solving approaches, and interactions with classmates. This self-observation helps them recognize moments of success as well as identify habits they may want to adjust, fostering greater self-awareness and growth.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, recording educational and counseling activities enables students to revisit lessons and reinforce key ideas at their own pace. They can review explanations, observe peer discussions, and reflect on their own participation, which deepens understanding, strengthens retention, and builds confidence.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this process of ongoing reflection supports both academic progress and personal development. By seeing how they interact and respond in real situations, students gain a clearer understanding of their strengths and areas for improvement, empowering them to take ownership of their learning and growth.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a meaningful difference in the educational experience of our students. Thank you for helping us create opportunities that promote reflection, engagement, and continuous improvement.","fullyFundedDate":1759418901462,"projectUrl":"project/video-for-growth/9773173/","projectTitle":"Video for Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Silva","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293712"},{"teacherId":3743328,"projectId":9775109,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the valuable resources you have made possible. The books have been so helpful in teaching Social Emotional lessons with younger students. It helps to reinforce certain behaviors with students in a fun and creative way. \r\nThe conversation cards have been valuable in helping to have important conversations with students to build awareness on social skills. \r\nThe snacks have been really valuable to reinforce student's behavior improvements and to help with motivation. \r\nThe fidget toys have been really useful to replace former ones that have broken and fallen apart. Students respond so much better with counseling when they have items to fidget with while we engage in conversation. \r\nAs always, these resources are so essential to helping the students with improving their Social Emotional and Behavioral skills. My office is always a place that students enjoy coming to and enjoy.","fullyFundedDate":1759450748458,"projectUrl":"project/community-building-and-connection/9775109/","projectTitle":"Community Building and Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robertson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3743328_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688413908347","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3743328"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50952","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":344,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":24,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"9.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":58.6,"schoolId":50952,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Waimanalo Elementary Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Waimanalo Elementary Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/windward-school-district/waimanalo-elementary-interm-school/50952"}