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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hanalei Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8504690,"projectId":10110286,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become an even more engaging and welcoming place for students to learn. The new classroom rug has created a comfortable gathering space where students come together for read-alouds, discussions, and mini-lessons. During reading time, students sit together on the rug while we analyze characters, discuss themes, and practice citing text evidence to support our thinking. The new graphic novels and I Survived books have been especially exciting for students because they combine high-interest stories with important literacy skills like making inferences, understanding point of view, and identifying key details in informational and historical texts. These books have helped many students build reading stamina and confidence while exploring topics like resilience, history, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive and collaborative. Students often annotate passages using the new felt pens, discuss questions in small groups, and share their ideas with the class. The social studies workbook has also helped students strengthen their understanding of civics and historical thinking by connecting reading skills with real-world topics. The snacks and small fidgets have made a big difference in helping students stay focused during longer reading and writing blocks. Sometimes a quick snack or something small to keep their hands busy helps students regulate their attention so they can fully participate in lessons.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled to stay engaged during reading time are now eager to pick up a book. The I Survived series has been particularly popular with students who enjoy fast-paced historical stories, while others gravitate toward the graphic novels because the visuals help them better understand the narrative. I have seen students who once avoided reading now volunteering to read aloud or recommending books to their classmates. Because of your support, our classroom has become a space where students feel comfortable, motivated, and excited to learn. Thank you for helping create an environment that supports both their academic growth and their love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1771772465203,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-readers-books-rewards-and-a-c/10110286/","projectTitle":"Fueling Readers: Books, Rewards, and a Cozy Learning Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8504690_orig.png?crop=452,452,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660356598617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8504690"},{"teacherId":8504690,"projectId":10069421,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to powerful novels that have transformed our reading time into something meaningful and engaging. Each of these books—Flush, Tuck Everlasting, Refugee, and Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry—has allowed students to practice important literacy skills such as identifying theme, analyzing characters, making inferences, and supporting their ideas with text evidence. As we read together, students learn how to ask deeper questions about the text, discuss different perspectives, and connect historical and social issues in the stories to the world around them.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive and collaborative. Sometimes we read aloud together and pause to talk about what is happening in the story. Other times students work in small discussion groups where they share ideas, debate characters' choices, and cite specific quotes from the text to support their thinking. These novels also support our writing instruction, as students practice explaining their opinions, analyzing conflicts in the story, and using evidence from the book to defend their ideas.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled to stay engaged during reading have been especially excited about these books. Many students were drawn into Flush because of its environmental mystery and connection to the ocean, which resonates strongly with our community. Others became deeply invested in Refugee and Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, showing empathy for the characters and asking thoughtful questions about fairness, justice, and history. Because of your support, my students are not just reading—they are thinking critically, making connections, and developing a genuine love of literature. Thank you for helping bring these stories into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1770841799658,"projectUrl":"project/stories-that-shape-us-teaching-empathy/10069421/","projectTitle":"Stories That Shape Us: Teaching Empathy and Choice Through Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8504690_orig.png?crop=452,452,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660356598617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8504690"},{"teacherId":8544573,"projectId":9165638,"letterContent":"Aloha! Thank you so much for your generous donation of chapter books for our classroom. My second graders were beyond excited to see the new books added to our shelves! There is something so special about watching their faces light up when they discover a story that captures their imagination.\r\n\r\nChapter books help my students grow as confident, independent readers. They are building stamina, expanding their vocabulary, and learning to follow longer, more complex stories. Most importantly, they are developing a genuine love for reading. Many of my students proudly tell me about the chapters they read and can't wait to share their favorite parts with friends.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping foster a lifelong love of reading in my classroom, and we are so grateful for your support. Mahalo nui loa!","fullyFundedDate":1742060607104,"projectUrl":"project/books-incentives-and-fun/9165638/","projectTitle":"Books, Incentives, and Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vogts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8544573_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y645&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770858021189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8544573"},{"teacherId":8504690,"projectId":9688583,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of clay to our classroom. Your support has given our students the opportunity to explore art in a hands-on and meaningful way. Working with clay allows students to express their creativity, practice problem-solving, and develop fine motor skills that are essential at this age. Because of your kindness, our students were able to create original sculptures and truly experience the joy of making art.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and our art program. Donations like yours help make learning more engaging and memorable, and they show students that their creativity matters. The clay you provided has already sparked excitement, focus, and pride in our classroom, and it will continue to be used in future projects. Thank you for helping us inspire young artists and for supporting learning beyond the textbook.","fullyFundedDate":1761704468068,"projectUrl":"project/art-matters-helping-students-express-th/9688583/","projectTitle":"Art Matters: Helping Students Express Their Voices","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8504690_orig.png?crop=452,452,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660356598617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8504690"},{"teacherId":7513118,"projectId":9775006,"letterContent":"Magna-tiles: \r\n As a part of a student's evaluation, he used the Magna-tiles to demonstrate his understanding of the attributes of \"same, different, alike, bigger and smaller\". He demonstrated his understanding of these concepts by using the various shapes and colors as a way to convey his understanding of these terms. When he was done, he was allowed to make a structure which was a great reward. This was much easier and more fun than trying to pick out attributes from a printed page.\r\n Alphabet Letters and Numbers: This student was bored with the alphabet flash cards that I use. By being able to place the wooden letters and numbers into their appropriate spaces, the student was able to show he knew his letters which was a less stressful way of assessing the student vs. the student saying \"I don't know that one\" when presented with the flash cards.\r\n Memory Game: This is a game of short duration which gives the student a welcome break during testing.\r\n Sensory Fidget Stretchy Strings: These are a great assist to give the hands something to do so the mind can concentrate while testing. With hands being busy, there is an opportunity for self-regulation which provides a non-disruptive way to release restless energy. No photo available due to confidentiality.\r\n I-Pad case: This sturdy case with a kickstand is providing the student and assessor an opportunity to use the i-pad to obtain student responses when assessing for an evaluation. This digital format is far more fun and interactive for the student rather than answering in a paper/pencil format.\r\n\r\nWith these wonderful items, testing can be fun and allow for a creative way to demonstrate skills and abilities. Thankyou very much!","fullyFundedDate":1759447006472,"projectUrl":"project/testing-can-be-fun/9775006/","projectTitle":"Testing Can Be Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Steed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7513118"},{"teacherId":980097,"projectId":9612565,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to this project! The students have really enjoyed getting all of these new resources. We were in desperate need for new headphones and now students are enjoying them and listening to their devices with style.\r\n\r\nThe students are also really loving the new items we received for the Zen Zone. They provide students with a chance to take a break and regulate their emotions while using them.\r\n\r\nLastly, we received LOTS of new classroom reward items that they earn doing various jobs in the classroom. They have been super stoked to get their hands on them and it provides them with incentive to make positive choices.","fullyFundedDate":1756730749648,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-and-fidgets/9612565/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies and Fidgets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp980097_orig.jpg?crop=2072,2072,x375,y775&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601341946076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/980097"},{"teacherId":8355020,"projectId":9772767,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my project! Because of your kindness, my students will have access to hands-on materials that help them calm their minds, refocus their energy, and express themselves creatively.\r\n\r\nThe art and craft supplies—like yarn and crochet needles—will give students meaningful ways to practice patience, mindfulness, and emotional regulation. The fidget tools and comfort items will provide much-needed sensory support for students who struggle with anxiety or attention, helping them feel grounded and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping transform my counseling space into a true place of peace and growth—a space where students can talk about their feelings and learn lifelong coping skills through creative expression. Thank you for believing in the power of connection, creativity, and emotional well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1759366964788,"projectUrl":"project/refocus-and-engage-with-hands-on-crafts/9772767/","projectTitle":"Refocus and Engage with Hands On Crafts and Creative Outlets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahuiki Rider","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8355020_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667337228571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8355020"},{"teacherId":7509219,"projectId":9779860,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. This class refresh will allow my students new spaces to be able to read as well as new and exciting book options to read. My students are voracious readers and the new class sets of many sought after graphic novels will spark a new interest and allow some students opportunities to read a variety of books. \r\nThe sand timers will allow students a moment of peace and quiet to reset when they are needing some time to come back to class or have a quiet moment to themselves. These items are such a huge help to our class. Thank you so much for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1759539020436,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-refresh/9779860/","projectTitle":"A Classroom Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7509219_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749527927020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7509219"},{"teacherId":7509219,"projectId":9405851,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. My students are so appreciative of the items that we were able to add to our classroom for making sure we are successful daily. \r\nThe biggest impact for my students. We are a 1-1 school and some parts of our day are spent working on computers practicing math skills or working on expanding their research and writing skills. Many students are at different levels and this allows me to differentiate lessons during center time when they are completing lessons on their computers.\r\nAs a small rural school we sometimes have limited funds and access to opportunities for our students. Your donations help to bridge the gap and to get the materials and supplies we need to be able to accommodate all our students.","fullyFundedDate":1756731244788,"projectUrl":"project/organization-is-for-all/9405851/","projectTitle":"Organization is for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7509219_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749527927020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7509219"},{"teacherId":8504690,"projectId":9557041,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of flexible seating for our 6th grade classroom. Your support has truly transformed our learning environment. Instead of being confined to traditional desks, my students now have the opportunity to choose seating that helps them focus, collaborate, and feel more comfortable while learning.\r\nAlready, I've noticed how excited they are to come into the classroom and settle into a spot that works best for them—whether it's a cozy chair for reading, a yoga ball for group work, or a stool for independent writing. These choices have given students a sense of ownership and responsibility for their learning space, and the difference in their engagement is remarkable.\r\n\r\nYour kindness goes far beyond furniture. You've given my students a classroom that supports creativity, collaboration, and focus. I am deeply grateful for your generosity and for believing in the power of education.","fullyFundedDate":1756731484389,"projectUrl":"project/changing-seats-changing-lives/9557041/","projectTitle":"Changing Seats, Changing Lives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8504690_orig.png?crop=452,452,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660356598617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8504690"},{"teacherId":980097,"projectId":9170535,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. The students are so happy with the light covers and they are a big improvement over the old ones we had. The light covers cut the glare of the fluorescent lights and make the learning environment more comfortable for students. We have received so many compliments from other students and staff members. The students are always so proud to explain how the light covers work. They really make our classroom feel so much more inviting and happy. We are very grateful to have them!","fullyFundedDate":1742139036443,"projectUrl":"project/new-light-covers/9170535/","projectTitle":"New Light Covers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp980097_orig.jpg?crop=2072,2072,x375,y775&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601341946076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/980097"},{"teacherId":7515493,"projectId":8916973,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through Donors Choose! Because of you, we now have two beautiful rotating bookshelves and new flexible seating options in our library area. These additions have completely transformed our reading space into a cozy, inviting place where students are expected to spend time. \r\n The rotating shelves make it easy for students to explore a wide variety of books, and the alternative seating gives them the freedom to find a comfortable spot where they can focus and enjoy reading. Your kindness has truly made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for your investment in our learning environment. Thank you for helping us grow a lifelong love for reading!","fullyFundedDate":1740684272764,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-nook-to-read-a-book/8916973/","projectTitle":"A New Nook To Read A Book","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Swenson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7515493_orig.jpg?crop=1932,1932,x0,y193&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606876786184","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/malia-swenson"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50957","usesÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":183,"numTeachers":19,"percentFrplEligible":32,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":48,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"9.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.9,"schoolId":50957,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hanalei Elementary School on @ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½:","schoolName":"Hanalei Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/kapaa-kauai-waimea-school-district/hanalei-elementary-school/50957"}