October 2016

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Aloha Students, Parents/Guardians of Waiākea Elementary School, We are nearing the end of our 1st quarter of school, time just flew by! Weʻ ve seen many great things taking place during the first quarter. Iʻ m very proud to inform all of you that we almost have an electronic device available for every student at Waiākea Elementary School. Students in grades 2 through 5 have access to a Chromebook to assist them in their learning. Students in grade 1 have a mixture of Chromebooks and laptops to assist them in their learning. Students in Kindergarten have access to iPads to assist them in their learning, we just need a few more iPads to achieve a 1:1 ratio in Kindergarten. We’ve seen a successful STEM parent night, with a lot of eager and excited students. We are getting ready for our second parent night around technology. We are also planning a third parent night around Literacy. Hope to see all of you there. Our Response to Intervention block is in full stride. This block of time is used specifically to support the learning and behavior needs of all students. Struggling learners are provided with interventions at increasing levels of intensity to accelerate their

Principal’s News

Waiakea Elementary School

180 W Puainako Street

Hilo, HI 96720

Phone:

(808) 981-7215

Fax:

(808) 981-7218

Website:

Waiakeaelementary.org

rate of learning. On grade level and excelling learners are provided with enrichment opportunities to expand their learning. I would like to thank all of you for your cooperation with our new drop off/pick up procedures. Our after school traffic, while long and crowded, has been moving smoothly. To assist in speeding up our traffic, please remind your child(ren) to wait at the designated pick up area (yellow fence). To stay up to date with activities and news about Waiākea Elementary School, visit our website (www.waiakeaelementary.org) or you can follow us on Twitter (@Waiakea_Royals). Lastly, please join me during my Principalʻ s coffee hour & walkthrough. It is a time to discuss and find out more information about our current initiatives and activities as well as seeing what takes place in our classrooms. My October coffee hour/walkthrough date is scheduled for October 27, 2016. If you would like to join me, please RSVP with Mrs. Taniguchi at 981-7215. Sincerely, Ken K. Watanabe

Principal

Ken Watanabe, Pr incipa l

Todd Yanag i , V ice Pr incipa l

Upcoming Events

Oct. 3, 2016 – Fundraiser Sales Ends.

Oct. 7, 2016 – Tech Night

October 10-14 Fall Break – No school

Oct. 28 – PTO Ice Cream & Movie Night

Parent-Teacher Conferences – Nov. 1-Nov. 14 (Info. Will be

sent home)

Our Mission : Waiākea Elementary School – preparing our students for today and tomorrow by providing strong academic and emotional foundation.

This month’s coffee hour will be on Thursday, October 27, 2016 Please join me during our monthly Principalʻs Walkthrough/Coffee Hour. Weʻll be visiting several classes to see what instruction looks like at Waiākea Elementary School as well as conversing about whatʻs going on. Hope to meet you at one of these monthly events. Mr. Ken Watanabe, Principal Please RSVP with Mrs. Taniguchi at 981-7215 x242 no later than Oct. 26, 2016.

COFFEE HOUR

Have you joined the Waiakea Elementary School PTO yet?

If the answer is ‘no’, there is still time to join. The annual fee is just $7.00 for the family! What a deal. Applications may be obtained at our school office.

Our fundraiser has just ended. Thank you to all of you who

PTO News

School Community Council (SCC) SAVE THE DATE

SCC Community

Meeting

Thurs., Nov. 17, 2016

5:00pm – 6:00pm

Learn about our progress on

our Academic & Financial

Plan.

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participated. Watch for updates for delivery date (early/mid November). Delivery date is subject to the shipping schedules.

Our first big event is our annual Ice Cream & Movie Night.

Save the date:

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2016

In our cafeteria

Student Council News

Another way to keep abreast of what is going on at Waiakea Elementary School is by attending our School Community Council meetings.

Our next board meeting will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2016 beginning at 4:45pm in Bldg. C conference room. All are welcome to attend and listen. This is a

meeting attended by representatives of all stakeholders of our school – administration, teachers, staff, students, parents and

community.

The first Community meeting will be held on Thursday, November 17,

2016 beginning at 5:00pm.

Our Student Council is busy with many activities and projects on their calendar.

On September 21, they joined our K-Kid’s club members for a fun Leadership Camp. The Waiakea High School Key Club led our students through some team building activities. Our students discussed and learned about the

difference in a ‘leader’ and a ‘boss’. It is our hope that we are developing future leaders who will lead their fellow classmates, community and country.

Our next big activity is “Character Dress Up Day” at the end of this month. Students will be receiving information after the fall break.

The Parent Institute

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On Saturday morning, September 22 a group of American Savings Bank volunteers came to brighten our campus. Their “Seeds of Service” project was the repainting of our well-worn hopscotches near the kindergarten playground and walkway. They tapped into their inner child to make these hopscotches fun! We hope that our kindergarteners and others will

Mahalo to our Community Partner!

enjoy the “old fashion” joy of hopscotching during their recess time. Many adults may remember a time when this was the best thing to do during our recesses.

Thanks again to Lianne Sato and her wonderful crew from Prince Kuhio Plaza and the downtown branches for their enthusiasm and hard work.

Aloha, American Savings Bank!

As a parent it is your responsibility to say “no” if it’s necessary. But sometimes it feels like you’re rejecting your child, not ust his request. Here are some ideas to make it easier:

1. Children count on you to say “no”. It gives them a sense of relief to know their boundaries.

2. Don’t give your answer immediately. Give yourself time to think about the request.

Five Ways Parents Can Say ‘No’ Without Feeling Guilty

3. Ask questions to make an informed decision. Ask your child why he wants to do this. Is there another option?

4. Get another opinion. This may be a decision you don’t want to make on your own. Talk with other parents first.

5. Make your decision, and then make it work! There may not be an absolute “right” or “wrong” answer. Just do your best.

If you are an individual with a disability, please contact the following personnel to make arrangements for reasonable modifications and accessibility to school events at least 10 days in advance to the event you wish to attend. Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate your request. For Waiakea Elementary School events, please contact Ken Watanabe, Principal 981-7215 ext. 225 or Todd Yanagi, V.P : 981-7215 Ext. 226 or via relay

NOTICE AND REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS

Please sign in at the office

Parents and others visiting during the school day are required to sign in and get a visitor’s pass at the school office to secure clearance. This important procedure helps to minimize classroom interruptions, control loitering and ensure safety on the school campus.

OCTOBER 2016 BREAKFAST

All meals include a 1/2 pt. of milk.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

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PANCAKE WRAP BANANA BREAD BELGIAN WAFFLE HAW'N STYLE SAUSAGE PINEAPPLE SMOOTHIE

APPLESAUCE PORK SAUSAGE MIXED FRUIT STEAMED RICE BAGEL

CRANBERRIES PINEAPPLE , jUICE JUICE ORANGE WEDGE ORANGE WEDGE

10 11 12 13 14

FALL BREAK FALL BREAK FALL BREAK FALL BREAK FALL BREAK

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MINI PANCAKES BREAKFAST BREAD PORK SAUSAGE PATTY PIZZA BAGEL HAW'N STYLE SAUSAGE

PORK SAUSAGE PATTY PINEAPPLE CHUNKS STEAMED RICE MIXED FRUITS STEAMED RICE APPLESAUCE

CRANBERRIES JUICE APPLESAUCE, JUICE JUICE PEACHES, JUICE

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PANCAKE WRAP BANANA BREAD BELGIAN WAFFLE HAW'N STYLE SAUSAGE PINEAPPLE SMOOTHIE

APPLESAUCE PORK SAUSAGE MIXED FRUIT STEAMED RICE BAGEL

CRANBERRIES PINEAPPLE , JUICE JUICE ORANGE , JUICE ORANGE WEDGE

NO SCHOOL 31

MENU SUBJECT TO

CHANGE WITHOUT

ANY NOTICE.

THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER

OCTOBER 2016 LUNCH

All meals include a 1/2 pt. of milk.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

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BEEF HOT DOG BEEF STEW CREOLE MACARONI FISH NUGGETS CHICKEN ALA KING

OVEN FRIES STEAMED RICE VEGGIE STICKS STEAMED RICE WHIPPED POTAOTES

TOSS SALAD MIXED FRUITS PEACHES TOSS SALAD ORANGE WEDGE

APPLE WEDGE ROLL FRENCH ROLL PINEAPPLE, ROLL ROLL

10 11 12 13 14

FALL BREAK FALL BREAK FALL BREAK FALL BREAK FALL BREAK

17 18 19 20 21

CHICKEN PATTY ON BUN SPAGHETTI CHIK AND MASH ITALIAN SAUSAGE PIZZA KALUA PORK w/ CABB

OVEN FRIES TOSS SALAD APPLE WEDGE TOSS SALAD STEAMED RICE

LETTUCE & TOMATO PEACHES HOT VEGETABLES BABY CAROTS LOMI TOMATO

ORANGE WEDGE FRENCH ROLL ROLL BAKED BEANS, JUICE PINEAPPLE, ROLL

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BEEF HOT DOG BEEF STEW CREOLE MACARONI FISH NUGGETS CHICKEN ALA KING

OVEN FRIES STEAMED RICE VEGGIE STICKS STEAMED RICE WHIPPED POTAOTES

TOSS SALAD MIXED FRUITS PEACHES TOSS SALAD ORANGE WEDGE

APPLE WEDGE ROLL FRENCH ROLL PINEAPPLE, ROLL ROLL

First Grade - continued

Mrs. Sugiyama

Ranson Francis

Ty Haraguchi

Maddison Piianaia

Mrs. Yoshizumi

Jeylin Kapeli-Rafael

Nykki Takaki

SECOND GRADE

Mrs. Gomes

Miley Auth

Jordan Mamea-Mekuli

Ms. Matsubara

Peyton Orevillo

Daylilah Oshiro

Mrs. Perry

Aiko Bronsnahan

Bryia Carenio

Tayden Ryusaki

Ms. Sonomura

Resalyn Shotaro

Mihoko Tanaka

THIRD GRADE

Ms. Doctor

Karly Chang

Shane Tominaga

Mrs. Kouchi

Shaelia Mattos

Haruko Robert

Keoki Tunufai

Mrs. Robledo

Liliana Chandler

Kai Stevens

Mrs. Saiki

Mia Kim-Tomono

Aleana Segobia

Ms. Saludares

Keani Kaneshiro

Jacob Tajiri

KINDERGARTEN

Mrs. Botelho & Mrs. Shikuma

Kiliohu Grant

Oshen Melsemal

Mrs. Hashizaki

Braunsen Barbieto

Matyx Camero

Joey Fujinaka

Mrs. Kelson

Ella Rose Kaolulo

Kolten Sewake

Mrs. Naito-Hata

Daneisha Raye Alvarado

Ms. Shibuya

Mia Hough

T J Liliaksa

Ms. Takane

Taylia Chartrand

Bentley Pavao

FIRST GRADE

Mrs. Fujiyama

Heaven McDonald-Hoover

Kasten Salmo

Mrs. Fukumura-Sawada

Ziana Garcia

Kiara Oyer

Qwynn Pascual Lee-Read

Mrs. Igawa

Brandon Cayme

Kayako Kobayashi

Rylie Ng

Mrs. Iopa

Baylee Guelguel

Vincent Lau

Loghen Spain

Ms. Kelii

Danielle Matsui

Keiralyn Yoshida

Third Grade - continued

Ms. Shigenaga

Sadie Calma

Wailea Macomber

Mrs. Stecher

Makoy Kailimai

George Kocher

FOURTH GRADE

Mrs. Maikui

Rayme Cuba-Nethon

Maika Kauhi

Hayden Nachor-Rita

Ms. Michael

Jai Letawsky

Grace Maltsev

Mrs. Nakayama

Kalia Franklin

Trystin Stevens

Mrs. Silva

Zoey Benevides

Chloe Inouye

Ms. Sugimoto

Shon Cariaga

Abigail Keith

Mrs. Uchida

Madison Andrade

Dylan Matsui

Zakariya Tamimi

Ms. Yoshida

Jessa Marie Arzaga

Jericho Galzote

ROYALS OF THE MONTH – SEPTEMBER 2016

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION REMINDER

Celebrating birthdays are a memorable time. At Waiākea Elementary School, we strive to create positive memories for all of our students. When celebrating a student’s birthday, we ask you do the following:

Contact your childʻ s teacher to make arrangements for the celebration.

There will be no elaborate parties, but instead, a small treat for celebration is desirable.

Since we do have children with allergies, we ask that all treats provided are store bought. No homemade treats.

All items should be brought to the main office. We will make arrangements to have items delivered to the childʻ s classroom.

Thank you for your understanding, please contact an Administrator if you have any questions.

Parent-Teacher Conferences When: November 1 to November 14, 2016 Early release? Yes. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 1:00pm release Wednesday (as usual) 12:20pm release If your child waits at the yellow fence, please make early pick up arrangements. Buses & A+? They have been informed and will accommodate the earlier release times.

Parents are reminded that Waiakea Intermediate and Waiakea High School will be on their normal schedules. Therefore, our students are not allowed onto the WIS and WHS campuses until the end of their school day. Waiakea Intermediate ends their days at 2:00PM on Monday ,Tuesdays and Fridays. 1:15pm on Wednesdays and 2:20pm onThursdays. Waiakea High School ends their days at 1:14p on Monday & Fri. (11/4) , 2:15p on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:40pm on .

Remember to come on time and prepared with questions or concerns you may have. Keep your discussion focused on your child and how you can help them reach their fullest potential.

Please check with your child(ren) for conference information forms.

CHARACTER DRESS UP DAY

Wednesday, October 28

The WES Student Council would like to invite all students, teachers, and staff to participate in CHARACTER DRESS UP DAY on Friday, October 28th. Dress up as your favorite character or hero from a book, movie, tv show, or cartoon. You can even make up your own character! No scary or inappropriate costumes, please. We will be having a costume parade around campus during 1st recess. Students in grades K-2 will be marching during their recess (9:20-9:35am) , followed by students in grades 3-5 (9:35-9:50am). Show your school spirit, use your imagination,

and most importantly let’s have fun!!!!

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