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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kanoelani Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3089185,"projectId":10017108,"letterContent":"When the resources for the, Organizational Restocking Supplies' project first arrived, my students were beyond excited. I had shared how some generous donors had funded this project and described it to them. Students were very excited to work on their organizational skills. So, when the materials arrived, they were very happy to begin this project. \r\n\r\nThe students used the clips to help organize their work and make it easier to find the work they needed. They also used the erasable Frixon pens and the highlighter pens to help them with their note-taking and organization of their notes. The eraser portion made it very convenient to correct their mistakes while still taking the initiative to mark up their notes. We are continuing to work on our note-taking skills. \r\n\r\nThe next steps for this project are to continue lessons with the students on note-taking to help with their career readiness skills and note-taking strategies. These supplies have built my students' self-esteem and have allowed them to make mistakes and try new things with their note-taking. Thank you for the opportunity to allow my students to explore and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1770912269661,"projectUrl":"project/organizational-restocking-supplies/10017108/","projectTitle":"Organizational Restocking Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ichiki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3089185_orig.jpg?crop=1852,1852,x23,y671&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682460864647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-ichiki"},{"teacherId":9616725,"projectId":9774261,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our 1st grade classroom! Your generosity has truly filled our room with tools that spark creativity, organization, and so much joy each day.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, my students were beyond excited. Their eyes lit up as we unpacked the new materials together. Because of you, they now have hands-on supplies to create, build, write, and explore in meaningful ways. The fresh paper and folders help keep their work organized and give them pride in their projects. Even the small rewards have made a big impact, celebrating hard work, positive choices, and kindness in ways that feel special and motivating to 6- and 7-year-olds.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just donate supplies, you helped create a classroom environment where students feel proud of their efforts, motivated to try their best, and genuinely excited to learn every single day. Thank you for believing in my sweet first graders and for making such a meaningful difference in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1759451139007,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-for-engaged-learner/9774261/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials for Engaged Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kuranishi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9616725_orig.jpg?crop=2609,2609,x201,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722408365240","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9616725"},{"teacherId":8393582,"projectId":9777409,"letterContent":"Your generosity has transformed our room into the ultimate 6th-grade launchpad! The new L-shaped desk is already the \"coolest\" spot in class; it's our dedicated small-group hub where we dive into our new books to learn things such as themes and build vocabulary. The playing cards help students jump into random teams to discuss their learning. Thanks to the diverse leveled library you provided, my students are reading books that validate their own experiences while sparking a curiosity for the world beyond our classroom walls.\r\n\r\nThe \"I Need Help\" flip charts have given students a quiet, brave way to signal for backup without feeling put on the spot. We're also getting our work ready to fill our new albums with photos and memories of our 6th grade year that will end up being a keepsake. You've given our class the confidence to own their learning during their big finale in elementary school and celebrate their progress with things you've supplied such as stickers, raffle tickets and snacks. We can't thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1759498064504,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-fun-incentives-inspira/9777409/","projectTitle":"Making Learning Fun: Incentives, Inspiration, and Flexible Group Work","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Uchishiba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8393582_orig.png?crop=420,420,x13,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742575788693","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8393582"},{"teacherId":5843742,"projectId":9775382,"letterContent":"I apologize for my late impact statement. The students in my class enjoyed doing various activities with their 2nd grade buddies. I provided them with the opportunity to have fun doing arts and crafts activities and they were also able to get to know each other better.\r\n The two classes made sun catchers together during the fall and they enjoyed also doing other fun activities like disguising a turkey to look like something else. During Christmas, the students made an ornament for their tree. They also did a STEM activity together where they turned a cup into a snowball (pom pom) launcher. \r\n During all the activities, I could see my students being mature and a teacher and mentor to their buddies which made me proud. I also saw that the second graders were excited to spend time with their buddies.\r\n In the future months, we will be making magnets and other fun things with our buddies because of your generous donation. My students and their buddies are very thankful for the supplies and even extra table so that we are able to make various arts and crafts together!","fullyFundedDate":1759621300182,"projectUrl":"project/a-work-of-heart-creating-with-our-class/9775382/","projectTitle":"A Work of Heart: Creating with Our Class Buddies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Watanabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5843742_orig.png?crop=413,413,x4,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678386444264","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5843742"},{"teacherId":9375631,"projectId":9779222,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has a flexible, welcoming space that really does support how my fourth graders learn best. The rug and floor tables have transformed the front of our room into a comfortable gathering place where students can sit together for lessons, small groups, and independent reading. Students who used to struggle to see from the back are more focused and engaged, and many now choose the floor as a workspace because it feels purposeful and supported rather than uncomfortable.\r\n\r\nThese simple tools have made a big difference in how students approach their learning. Having a clean, soft rug and sturdy tables help students feel proud of their classroom and more responsible for the space they share. They are collaborating more, staying focused longer, and showing greater confidence in their work. Thank you for helping create a classroom environment where students feel comfortable, included, and excited to grow every day.","fullyFundedDate":1759529346680,"projectUrl":"project/choose-your-seat-choose-your-success/9779222/","projectTitle":"Choose Your Seat, Choose Your Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375631"},{"teacherId":7910658,"projectId":9772468,"letterContent":"Thank you so much these resources has changed the energy and academic focus in our classroom. Rewarding Effort and Building Community Beyond the desk, your generosity helps us foster a positive classroom culture. Small incentives like fun erasers may seem simple, but to a 10-year-old, they are powerful symbols of recognized effort and improved behavior. \r\n\r\nMemorable Milestones The most exciting \"impact\" will be our community celebrations. The cotton candy machine and new recess equipment are more than just toys; they are the \"grand prizes\" for our collective hard work. After seeing the pure joy our students felt sharing cotton candy with their \"buddies\" during Halloween, I know these items will serve as incredible motivators for end-of-quarter goals. You aren't just providing supplies; you are helping us create a joyful, memorable school experience where students feel that their hard work leads to something truly special.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in both the education and the happiness of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1759374002899,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-rewards-super-recess-quarterly/9772468/","projectTitle":"Sweet Rewards & Super Recess: Quarterly Incentive Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yoshikane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7910658_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633221919093","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7910658"},{"teacherId":5914172,"projectId":9781504,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our supplies and helping us connect with one another. When the students first saw the supplies they did not know what the cricut was, but when I explained to them what it could do they got excited. I've been wanting to do a project with pictures so that they can create memories with one another. So when they saw the camera, especially the polaroid, they were stoked. \r\n\r\nWith the cricut we participated in the Christmas Door Decorating Contest at our school to create a beautiful door with words. We also go to take pictures of our classmates in funny poses to help remember our time in school. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping the students create meaningful and fun memories of schooll.","fullyFundedDate":1759596982982,"projectUrl":"project/the-connection-hub/9781504/","projectTitle":"The Connection Hub","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. An","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5914172_orig.png?crop=278,278,x0,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677713950472","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5914172"},{"teacherId":7932844,"projectId":9773736,"letterContent":"Our class was so excited to receive the new book display shelf. Now we can display our favorite books of the month for easy access. Prior to that we just had them in a stack and now the students are more motivated to read because they can see the front covers with the titles and pictures visible. The miscellaneous rewards were also added to our prize container. It has helped to improve behavior and has been a motivation for students to complete their iReady lessons. Thank you so much for your contributions and support of teachers and students.","fullyFundedDate":1759358317980,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-books/9773736/","projectTitle":"We Love Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932844"},{"teacherId":3089185,"projectId":9840069,"letterContent":"When the resources for the 'Lei making and Giving' project first arrived, my students were beyond excited. I had shared how some generous donors had funded this project and described it to them. Students were very excited to learn to create their own leis to give to others. Lei giving is such an important part of the Hawaiian culture to indicate gratitude or love for others. This will be a life-long skill that will help them for various occasions such as graduations, birthdays, or other celebrations. So, when the materials arrived, the whole class was very happy to begin this project. \r\n\r\nThe students received their supplies and began their first lessons on the ribbon lei making. This is the first level of ribbon lei making, which is a weaving style. Some students picked it up very fast, while others need more time. At this point, there are a little more than half the class that are done, while less than half are still working on completing their first lei project. I took pictures of the students who have completed their first lei. \r\n\r\nThe next steps for this project are to have the students work on a higher level of complexity of lei, which will integrate the ribbon cutter, the fishing string, needles, and more ribbon. I'm going to start the lessons for the students who are complete so they can work on their next level of projects. Students will also work on creating more woven-style leis to donate to the school to give to visitors who come to the school. They will also be able to keep one of the leis they make to give to a person of their choice to show the \"Aloha\" spirit. We will definitely be able to use these supplies in multitudinous ways for various building and craft projects in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1764534372001,"projectUrl":"project/lei-making-and-giving/9840069/","projectTitle":"Lei making and giving","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ichiki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3089185_orig.jpg?crop=1852,1852,x23,y671&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682460864647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-ichiki"},{"teacherId":8975622,"projectId":9713402,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our classroom. Thanks to your support, we have been able to integrate the rolling desk into our daily routine, and the impact has been immediate and profound.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, my goal is to meet every student exactly where they are. Finding a resource that effectively supports whole-class instruction, small-group collaboration, and one-on-one intervention is rare, and this tool does exactly that.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most importantly, this tool allows me to provide tailored support to students who are struggling or those who need an extra challenge. It provides the flexibility I need to ensure no student is left behind.","fullyFundedDate":1759200968226,"projectUrl":"project/sit-stand-roll-lets-go/9713402/","projectTitle":"Sit, Stand, Roll Let's Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pedro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8975622"},{"teacherId":10055658,"projectId":9668891,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support for my kindergarten classroom. Because of you, my students now have wonderful new materials that make learning engaging, hands-on, and developmentally appropriate. Your kindness has truly made a difference for my students.\r\n\r\nWith these new materials, my students will be using them during their daily learning and small group sessions. The sensory beads and Play Doh has helped my students to calm their overwhelming emotions, and strengthening their fine motor skills through forming shapes and letters. The mailbox has helped build their independence and responsibility as children practice classroom routines by turning their work in with completeness, while the mobile whiteboard with dry erase markers has created new opportunities for interactive lessons, small-group instruction, and student participation where students can draw, write, and share their thinking. \r\n\r\nMy students were thrilled to learn that people they have never met cared enough to support their learning. Your generosity is helping them build confidence, curiosity, and a love for school. Thank you for your genuine support for my classroom and in the bright futures of these young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1759705109895,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-focus-building-a-calm-and-crea/9668891/","projectTitle":"Flexible Focus: Building a Calm and Creative Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Balmaceda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10055658"},{"teacherId":3089185,"projectId":9896652,"letterContent":"When the resources for the 'Puzzling Our Way to Better Problem-Solving with Uzzle' project first arrived, my students were beyond excited. I had shared how some generous donors had funded this project and described it to them. Students were very excited to play this game which allowed them to practice their visual problem-solving skills. So, when the game arrived, they were very happy to begin using this game. \r\n\r\nThe students started to play the game and had a lot of fun, and can't wait to get back to playing it again. When I asked them if they liked playing the game, they all responded, \"Yes!!\" So then I followed up with, \"what do you like about this game?\" one student responded with, \" It's like a rubics cube but a race to solve the puzzle. It's tricky and challenging because some blocks don't have the same patterns as others so we need to problem-solve.\" Another student said, \"It's challenging and fun to go against classmates, in a non-threatening way.\" So now, students are all fighting over who gets to play the games. \r\n\r\nThe next steps for this project are to allow the students to continue access to the games so they can continue to work on their visual problem-solving skills and to have fun doing it.","fullyFundedDate":1764010089281,"projectUrl":"project/puzzling-our-way-to-better-problem-solvi/9896652/","projectTitle":"Puzzling Our Way to Better Problem-Solving with Uzzle!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ichiki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3089185_orig.jpg?crop=1852,1852,x23,y671&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682460864647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-ichiki"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_49904","usesÐǿմ«Ã½":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":735,"numTeachers":48,"percentFrplEligible":37,"percentAsian":38,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":20,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"15.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.4,"schoolId":49904,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kanoelani Elementary School on @Ðǿմ«Ã½:","schoolName":"Kanoelani Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/leeward-oahu-school-district/kanoelani-elementary-school/49904"}
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Kanoelani Elementary School is
a suburban public school
in Waipahu, Hawaii that is part of Leeward Oahu School District.
It serves 735 students
in grades Pre-K - 6 with a student/teacher ratio of 15.3:1.
Its teachers have had 248 projects funded on Ðǿմ«Ã½.
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58%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
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Kanoelani Elementary School
$168,438
raised using Ðǿմ«Ã½
248
projects
funded
68
teachers
funded
145
donors
45
projects
for
basic supplies
36
projects for
technology
35
projects for
books
25
projects
for
art supplies
Kanoelani Elementary School has received support from
92 individuals from Hawaii and
53 individuals out-of-state.