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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Holomua Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10295882,"projectId":9781153,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed into a vibrant hub of discovery thanks to your generosity. When the boxes first arrived, my students' faces lit up with a mixture of curiosity and pure joy; for many of them, receiving \"brand new\" tools specifically tailored to their needs made them feel seen and valued in a way that is hard to put into words. We immediately dove into our new life skills curriculum, using the tactile math manipulatives and interactive reading centers to bridge the gap between abstract concepts and everyday application. Whether it's counting out \"grocery items\" to practice addition or using the new literacy kits to build functional vocabulary, these resources have made learning feel less like a chore and more like a winnable game.\r\n\r\nOne of the most profound impacts has been in our \"Calm Down Corner,\" now outfitted with the sensory and emotional regulation tools you provided. Just last week, a student who usually struggles with verbalizing frustration was able to use the new emotion-coding cards and weighted sensory items to self-regulate before a meltdown occurred. It was a breakthrough moment—instead of losing instructional time to distress, he felt empowered to manage his feelings and returned to his math lesson within minutes. Seeing that sense of autonomy grow in my students is the greatest gift you could have given us.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are using these materials to launch our \"Independent Living\" project. Students will be \"shopping\" in a classroom store and using their new math skills to stay within a budget, all while practicing the social-emotional coping strategies they've learned when they encounter \"unexpected\" challenges in the activity. We are so excited to see these foundational skills blossom into real-world independence.","fullyFundedDate":1759625962352,"projectUrl":"project/ready-for-tomorrow-fostering-academic-a/9781153/","projectTitle":"Ready for Tomorrow: Fostering Academic and Independent Living Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lehman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10295882"},{"teacherId":9470285,"projectId":9776928,"letterContent":"Because of your generous support, my kindergarten students are learning and growing in a classroom filled with joy, creativity, and celebration. The different types of tape and painter's tape help little hands proudly display their artwork and work together on projects. It helps to build confidence and ownership. \r\n\r\nThe Happy Birthday kits have been especially meaningful for my students. Celebrating birthdays with crowns, stickers, silicone bracelets, and pencils helps each child feel seen and special during an important milestone year. These moments create big smiles and a caring community.\r\n\r\nThe rolling cart has been a huge help for me as a kindergarten teacher, allowing me to easily move supplies from classroom to classroom so materials are always ready for active, hands-on learning. Your support has made our kindergarten classrooms more organized, joyful, and welcoming, and my students and I are so thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1759452466977,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-an-organized-and-joyful-cla/9776928/","projectTitle":"Rolling Into an Organized and Joyful Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ouye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470285"},{"teacherId":8832547,"projectId":9775829,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our kindergarten classroom. The center toys have already made a huge impact on our students' learning and engagement. They are excited to explore, create, and collaborate during center time, and these new hands-on materials help build important skills like problem-solving, communication, and independence. \r\n\r\nThe storage bins have been beneficial. They've brought much-needed organization and structure to our classroom, making materials easy for students to find, use, and return independently. This has helped foster responsibility and smoother transitions, giving us more time to focus on learning. Your generosity has truly created a more joyful, organized, and effective learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1759439880869,"projectUrl":"project/organized-centers-and-creative-little-ha/9775829/","projectTitle":"Organized Centers and Creative Little Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yoshizumi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8832547"},{"teacherId":8823783,"projectId":9782652,"letterContent":"We have hit the ground running with the new sublimation equipment, using it to teach the fundamentals of graphic design and production workflow. The students' reaction when we unboxed the materials was electric; they immediately recognized this as professional-grade equipment, not just a \"school project.\" A specific highlight was seeing a group of students collaborate to troubleshoot a color profile issue. When they finally adjusted the heat and pressure correctly to get a flawless transfer on a mousepad, the high-fives and sense of accomplishment were palpable. They aren't just making crafts; they are learning the science of heat transfer and the importance of precision.\r\n\r\nYour donation has opened the door for our upcoming \"Classroom Enterprise\" project. Now that the students are comfortable with the mechanics of the sublimation process, our next step is for them to design a product specifically for a target audience within the school. They are currently researching what designs their peers would want, calculating the cost of ink and blanks, and will soon prototype their products using the new resources. You haven't just provided supplies; you've given them a hands-on introduction to manufacturing and business that they look forward to every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1759611408094,"projectUrl":"project/sublimation-surprises/9782652/","projectTitle":"Sublimation Surprises!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Furuta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8823783_orig.jpg?crop=228,228,x0,y16&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769120198832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823783"},{"teacherId":3317033,"projectId":9773336,"letterContent":"Thank you for the materials and supplies to support student hands-on learning and incentives for SEL (Social Emotional Learning). Through the use of materials purchased, students were able to cook simple recipes in the classroom and store perishable items. Cooking in the classroom provided hands-on learning as well as learn different content material across curriculum (math, language arts, art, health, science). Learning was made fun for all students.\r\n\r\nSEL manipulative, charts and incentives helped to support classroom actives and SEL \"Choose Love\" curriculum. Students enjoyed expressing their feelings using the feelings \"bean bag.\" It helped with daily check in charts and as a starter for SEL writing and drawing activities.","fullyFundedDate":1759353360404,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-chefs/9773336/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Chefs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yasui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3317033_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647054970765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3317033"},{"teacherId":8357616,"projectId":9772490,"letterContent":"The students truly enjoyed having snacks available, as they helped keep them energized and focused throughout the day. Many students ate snacks after school before tutoring sessions, in the morning before tests, and also earned them as incentives for effort and positive behavior. When the boxes first arrived in the mail, the students were ecstatic to see them and excited to know they were getting special goodies.\r\n\r\nThey were incredibly appreciative of what they received and repeatedly expressed their gratitude—thanking both me and the donor many times. While we are now down to the last of the snacks, they lasted us a long time and made a meaningful difference in supporting students' learning, focus, and overall well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1759196778911,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-the-brain/9772490/","projectTitle":"Fuel for the Brain","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaanaana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8357616_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112570615","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8357616"},{"teacherId":3860411,"projectId":9773269,"letterContent":"Thank you for making our Design, Create, Innovate project a success. In our classroom, the 3D printer is used as a learning tool that helps students develop problem-solving, creativity, and perseverance. Students design ideas digitally, test them through printing, and improve their work based on what they learn. This hands-on process teaches skills that go far beyond using technology at home.\r\n\r\nStudents are most excited by seeing their ideas turn into real objects. One group, my Gifted & Talented robotics team, designed a Minecraft-inspired game to teach Hawaiian culture. They created a physical prototype using magnetic blocks and 3D printed hollow blocks, and cultural artifacts such as adzes, poi pounders, and fish hooks for players to find. Other students designed practical tools for our school, including a USB jump drive holder for Chromebook backups and a WD-40 straw adapter to reduce waste.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who do not always shine in traditional academic settings especially connected with this technology. The opportunity to design and build helped them gain confidence and take ownership of their learning. Because of your support, students were able to see themselves as creators and problem-solvers, turning ideas into meaningful solutions. Thank you for believing in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1759331149647,"projectUrl":"project/design-create-innovate/9773269/","projectTitle":"Design, Create, Innovate","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kanetani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3860411_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652250733005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3860411"},{"teacherId":8622494,"projectId":9776669,"letterContent":"I am writing to you today with a heart full of gratitude to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our classroom. Because of your support, our learning environment has been completely transformed into \"The Cozy Creators' Corner,\" and the joy it has brought to my students is beyond words.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the children were absolutely ecstatic. There was a buzz of pure excitement in the air as they explored the new supplies. More than just being happy about the \"stuff,\" they were deeply touched that someone they didn't even know would care enough to fund our project. They truly feel the warmth of your kindness, and they are so grateful to finally have a classroom that feels warm, cozy, and fun. You have made them feel that their education and their voices are a priority to the community.\r\n\r\nThe new resources have revitalized our daily routine in such meaningful ways. Our new carpet provides a soft, inviting area where the kids can spread out to write, play, and listen to stories in total comfort. Interestingly, one of their favorite new rituals involves the vacuum! They love using it to keep our room tidy, and it has given them a wonderful sense of responsibility and ownership as they care for their new space.\r\n\r\nCurrently, the children are channeling this excitement into our writing center. They are exploring all the new ways they can express their ideas and are now preparing for our research writing unit. Because of the professional tools you provided—like the cardstock and binding materials—they aren't just writing a report; they are becoming actual authors who can't wait to \"publish\" their very own real non-fiction books.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in these young authors and for giving them a space where they feel safe, inspired, and valued. You haven't just provided supplies; you've provided the spark for a lifetime of confidence and creativity.","fullyFundedDate":1759452652707,"projectUrl":"project/the-write-place-warmth-play-and-publi/9776669/","projectTitle":"The Write Place: Warmth, Play, and Published Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ching","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8622494_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661322530697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8622494"},{"teacherId":8359357,"projectId":9776450,"letterContent":"The donated materials transformed our second-grade classroom into a place buzzing with creativity and curiosity. With engaging writing tools and fresh supplies in hand, students were eager to put their thoughts on paper. Writing time quickly became a favorite part of the day as students proudly shared stories, experimented with new words, and discovered the joy of expressing their ideas. The materials made writing feel special and important, helping students see themselves as real authors whose voices matter.\r\n\r\nBeyond improving writing skills, the donated writing materials and stickers sparked a renewed excitement for coming to school. Students arrived each morning eager to learn, knowing they would get to use tools that made learning fun and meaningful. Their confidence grew as they tackled new challenges, and their enthusiasm spread across the classroom. Thanks to your generosity, my second graders didn't just write—they learned to love learning and to look forward to each school day with excitement and pride.","fullyFundedDate":1759447411393,"projectUrl":"project/inspired-to-grow/9776450/","projectTitle":"Inspired to Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Inciong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8359357"},{"teacherId":8366037,"projectId":9779830,"letterContent":"We are truly grateful that our students were allowed to participate in an activity that involved their family members. This experience was designed to promote speaking skills, as many of our students are typically very quiet and hesitant to speak up in class. We know, however, that with their families, they are much more expressive and confident.\r\n\r\nBy scheduling this activity during the holidays, students were able to enjoy time at home and participate in a meaningful activity with their parents. Our goal was for students to practice appropriate functional language while actively using the materials that accompanied the task. We chose spam musubi and cake because they are popular foods among our students and simple enough for them to make, allowing them to be active participants throughout the process.\r\n\r\nThe students were incredibly excited to choose which food they wanted to make. They shared how much fun they had working with their families and expressed how much they would love to do an activity like this again. Their enthusiasm has already sparked ideas for next year, and we are beginning to think about other simple recipes that may interest them.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kind support. Our English Learner students truly enjoyed the time they spent with their families completing this activity, and we look forward to offering similar experiences in the future. The students are already asking what will be on the menu next year and are excitedly sharing their ideas.","fullyFundedDate":1759538054045,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-el-students-cook-learn-and-sh/9779830/","projectTitle":"Help Our EL Students Cook, Learn, and Share","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Murakami","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8366037"},{"teacherId":9803942,"projectId":9773552,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your recent generous contribution to building our portable art center. Your support helps the students and I immensely in my mission to cultivate creativity, imagination, and emotional expression through art.\r\n\r\nWith your generous donation, I was able to receive a rolling cart, baskets, arts and crafts materials, and laminating machine to build my portable art center. \r\n\r\nThus far, the students have created holiday art projects such as festive halloween treat bags and snowflake ornaments for their presents to their parents. They were very excited to use the supplies to create and decorate their art work pieces and were eager to get started. \r\n\r\nFuture art work projects will focus on other holidays such as Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, and presents for Mother's and Father's Day gifts. We are continuing to plan and create more art work using the supplies that you have helped to provide our class. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support in helping me realize my vision of building a place for my students to realize their creative potential and making learning fun!","fullyFundedDate":1759447617360,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-portable-arts-and-crafts-cent/9773552/","projectTitle":"Building a Portable Arts and Crafts Center","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9803942"},{"teacherId":8821169,"projectId":9772217,"letterContent":"The impact of your generosity is already visible in the bright smiles and focused faces of my preschoolers! They gathered around the printer, watching as vibrant, high-quality images of their art and colorful icons emerged. One student pointed to a new, brightly colored \"animal icon\" and said \"Tiger\" which help his speech. These resources have turned our room into a visually stunning world that feels safe, professional, and tailored just for them. \r\n\r\nWe are currently using the Cross-Cut Shredder to make soft, paper nests, and the students were delighted by the texture. One of my students with autism, who often finds certain textures overwhelming, spent twenty minutes joyfully digging through the shredded paper to find the transportation toys within them. Watching him practice his fine motor skills while identifying \"firetruck\" or \"car\" was a huge win. Meanwhile, the durable visual aids I've designed with the Cricut maker have helped our transitions go smoother than ever; the children are now using the high-contrast icons to independently check our daily schedule. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next big step is the \"End of the year art book\" project. I will be using the color printer to create personalized art folders for each child, organized neatly with our new binder clips. We plan to print large, beautiful photos of the students engaged in art making to display around the room with positive affirmations. This will help reinforce their sense of belonging and self-worth. By creating a classroom that is visually stimulating and organized, you are helping my students stay engaged longer and learn more deeply every single day. 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