Newsletter May 2015 4.30.15

Kamali’i Elementary School
Let’s give a “hoot”:
PUEO of the Month April - Kindness
Brown, Riley
Clark, Olivia
Connor, Sofia
Farias, Naishma
Fasel, McKade
Henderson, Myla
Ilderton, Drew
Izak, Logan
James, Grace
Jones, Makena
Josue, Dorian
Kamalani, Sienna
Kava, Ailene
Koskey, Madison
Mocium, Keyna
Nuese, Jackson
Ramos, Lindsey
Smith, Steel
Steven, Joy
Valite, Moani
Ylaite Russell, Simona
Year-to-Date Perfect Attendance Recognition
Thank you to R & D events and salesforce.com employees who donated
transportation and activities at Club Grande at the Grand Wailea Resort
Alexander, Casey
Ardoin, Avery
Bagayas, Marck Miguel
Barrett, Makenah
Barrett, Marley
Crawford, Colin
Espero, Alex
Eugenio, Dansen Arlee
Geiser, Sami
Griffin, Oona
Hollmann, Annalena
Ilderton, Lilyka
Izak, Logan
Jones, Bailey
Kippins Jr., Troy
Lawler, Marisol
Mau, Kawena
McFall, Caleb
Molina, Amanda
Montalvo Barron, Esmeralda
Moore, Vincent
Murta, Lillian
Puga Lebert, Lyah
Rajesh, Kavi
Ramos, Chayse
Smeida, Salma
Smith, Taysia
Strain, Harley
Thomas, Casey
Thomas, Camdyn
Yamane, Paul
Teacher: Mona Komine
Hurray! Our long awaited science kits have arrived!!
When our Kamali’i ohana learned that shipping costs were too high, people
such as Chris Marzoeki (NextHome Pacific Properties & Hawaiian Airlines),
Chad Hiyakumoto (United Airlines), Andrew Beerer (Aloha Skateboards),
Rhonda Lee Hay (Broker In Charge of Business Development Maui), and
Chad Newman (Maui Property Services) tried to help to find a way to
transport the kits to Maui within the funding available from the grant. Special
thanks go to Jeff Nadeau, general manager of Dewitt Move Worldwide,
which is headquarters for Royal Hawaiian Movers. He arranged for
Tara Gonzales (International Transportation Specialist, www.dewittmove.com,
ph 858-560-1621) and Michael Nason (VP Royal Hawaiian Movers,
ph 808-873-0777, www.royalhawaiianmovers.com) to transport our science
kits that arrived on 4/29/15. Two days ahead of schedule!
What a beautiful addition to our Kamali’i campus. Our mural is complete
thanks to volunteer artist Jim Freeheart! The students and staff enjoyed
watching the blank wall transform into an art piece. Besides providing art
lessons in the classrooms, Mr. Freeheart used the mural as a teaching tool to
demonstrate art concepts such as proportion, depth, contrast, transparency,
and color. He was patient and responded to any student explaining what he
was doing and why. Finally, each of the students had an opportunity to add a
brushstroke to the mural. We are truly thankful to Mr. Freeheart and glad that
he is a part of our Kamali’i ohana (family).
Kamali’i Elementary School office hours: 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Annual Notification of Privacy Rights Know your privacy rights as they apply to
1) student record information; 2) directory information; 3) surveys and other information collection; and
4) military recruitment information. For more information on your privacy rights, the laws that protect them,
& how to exercise your rights, contact a school administrator or http://bit.ly/FERPAHI
Parent Newsletter May 2015 Kamali’i Student Council Officers
President: Gable Beerer Vice President: Lily Black
Secretary: Kobie Pagan
Treasurers: Paul Yamane & Drew Ilderton
Homeroom Representatives:
Grade 4
Grade 5
Daniel Birkholtz
Dylan James
Sienna Kamalani Katelyn Gicale
Amanda Molina
Jaston Patao
Makayla Kalalau Ada Qunell
Daisy Queirolo
The student council members meet each month to
discuss how to make our school a better place. Besides
suggestions for activities such as cup stacking and
recycling, the student council also discuss incidents that
may include bullying.
We are glad to report that there have no been any
incidents of bullying at our school but there have been
disagreements because rules are not followed. For
example, when playing tag, it is not a good choice to
say, “I’m not playing” before being tagged. It is also not
a good choice to hold on to someone or to slow that
person down so the “it” can catch someone. It is a good
idea to review the rules before playing and to play fairly.
Sometimes disagreements have occurred because
students are not following classroom rules. Students are
encouraged to report the problem to their teachers and
to use the time allocated for character education lessons
to discuss the problems and develop solutions.
If students have any suggestions or concerns, see
either a student council member or Principal Otani. Principal’s Message – Kim Otani
Elementary schools join intermediate and high
schools, as well as colleges that need to be
accredited. The Western Association of Schools
and Colleges (WASC) is the organization that
Kamali’i belongs to. Schools have always been
held accountable for gathering and analyzing a
variety of data to make decisions that will result in a
system of services to meet students’ needs.
Student achievement and growth are used to
determine progress and the plan-act-do cycle
continues. The accreditation process is valuable
from a self-improvement perspective and as with
the common core state standards, ensures that all
schools are meeting the same standards while
allowing for individualization as to the methods and
programs, which are used to support student
success.
THANK YOU to the parents, students, staff, and
community members who spend many hours
providing input and working on our school’s selfstudy. There was much to “hoot” (good) about and
areas that we acknowledge need further work.
THANK YOU to our five member WASC team
comprised of chairperson, Dr. Robert M. Slaby
(Assistant Professor, NV), co-chairperson, Dr. Milt
Werner (retired Superintendent, CA), Ms. Michelle
Barber (Principal, Ha’aheo Elementary, HI), Mrs.
Erika Cruz (Asst. Superintendent, Guam DOE), and
Mr. Michael Nakasato (Principal, Pearl City
Highlands Elementary, HI). The team spent many
hours prior to their visit reviewing our self-study.
Their three days on our campus began early each
morning and they labored into the night to gather
and review evidence gleaned from interviews,
observations, review of data, and documents.
The oral reports have been positive and we are
hopeful that we will “pass”. In the meanwhile, we
continue with our Commitment to Excellence.
Kamali’i Elementary School
Parent Newsletter May 2015 S.C.C.
School Community Council Chairperson: Eric Cuomo Vice Chair: Christine Oshita Secretary: Shannon Robinson SCHOOL COMMUNITY COUNCIL meetings are held on the third
Wednesday of each month and are OPEN to the public
E Komo Mai = Welcome
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 @ the library 3-4 pm
We will be reviewing our timeline, planning for SY 2015-16 that
will include possible revisions to our Academic and Financial plan.
If you are unable to attend, your concerns and input can be conveyed
to SSC chairperson, Eric Cuomo by May 12, 2015 to be placed on the
May agenda. Contact Mr. Cuomo via email ericcuomo@yahoo.com
Achieve 3000 may be better known to you and our children as Kids Biz.
This program was previously funded by the State. The data below shows
that the students who use the Achieve 3000 program have shown
academic growth.
P.T.A.
Parent Teacher Assn
President Halleh Dunnicliffe
Makahiki Day is a BIG fundraiser for the PTA.
It will be held on Friday, May 15. The students
enjoy participating in Hawaiian themed games and
look forward to this annual event.
Even if your child is not going to be present,
please assist by collecting or making a donation.
The PTA sponsors many activities to enhance your
child/ren’s education experience and this fundraiser
is the major source.
Volunteers will also be needed for the annual
Hoolaulea (May Day) on Fri, May 22.
Monthly donations to help support the school
gardens are also being sought. Grow Some Good
is our community partner. Community fundraising
events are held but the schools that participate
should have a matching donation each month.
The gardens enrich the students’ science and
health curriculum as well as beautify the campus.
Please consider making a donation.
Box Tops for Education coupons can be
clipped at home and send to school; if you can help
contact Emily Castera at 875-6840 ext 247.
Important Dates:
Data regarding student usage is not as positive. If we would like to
continue to provide this resource to supplement our instruction, between
$12,000-$17,000 of school funds is required. Staff and the SCC review
issues such as this to develop and monitor our academic and financial
plans.
School safety is always a concern. At times, hiring additional staff is
necessary; however, this can take away from monies which could be used
for activities, equipment, and training to impact instruction provided to
students.
Parents are asked to please HELP us to keep both you and your
children safe and follow the established procedures. Please model the
type of behavior that you would want your child/ren to exhibit.
Plan to arrive early to avoid traffic congestion. School staff has been
trying to monitor the safety procedures. Please work collaboratively
(together). Thank you to parents who help prepare backpacks and other
supplies the night before. In the morning, children seated on the right side
of the vehicle should wait until the vehicle reaches the section with yellow
posts in front of A building and the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
The posts are there to protect the children. Children should exit
independently on the right side along the curb. After your child leaves the
vehicle, please use your blinker and watch for other vehicles and
pedestrians.
School ends at 2:45 p.m. Arriving too early contributes to the traffic
congestion. Students are not released from class until 2:45 p.m. and we
are enforcing the pickup zone in front of A building. Staff and parents are
reminded to treat one another with respect. The police are asked to
speak with violators to explain unsafe practices. Let’s work together for
the sake of our children (Kodomo no tame ni).
May 4-8 – STAFF APPRECIATION
May 15 – Makahiki Day
May 22 – May Day / Hoolaulea
May 25 – Memorial Day holiday; school closed
May 29 – Free Dress Day
June 3 – last day students @ 1:00 pm
Teachers leave at 2:45 pm
June 4 – Teacher workday 8:30-2:45 pm
Summer programs for:
English Language Learners (ELL) at Kamali’i
Summer school (fee) at Pukalani
College for Kids (varied dates & fees) at UHMaui
July 29 – first day of SY 2015-16
PUEO Cards are still available in the main offce.
Expiration date on SY 2014-15 cards is August
2015. Pueo Cards make excellent spring basket
gifts and tokens of appreciation especially for out of
town visitors!
Businesses wishing to participate in the SY 201516 PUEO card program should contact:
christine_oshita@notes.k12.hi.us
Proceeds from PUEO cards fund school field trips
and technology.
If you need to spend more time on our
campus, please use a visitor parking stall
or the off campus parking areas.
Visitors’ Badges are required and can be
obtained at the main office.