Kaʻōhao Public Charter School September 2018

School Newsletter Everyone Matters

Sept. 15, 9-11AM Saturday,

International Coastal Clean Up @ Kailua Beach

Sept. 22, 3-9 PM Saturday,

Kaʻōhao School Carnival

Come enjoy the rides, games, and join the fun.

Sept. 27, 28 Thur. & Fri.,

PT Conferences No School

October 8-12, Fall Break

October 19, Friday,

Love of Reading

November 6, Tuesday,

Election Day No School

Dear Kaʻōhao Families:

Everyone Matters

We are thankful for each and every student and family at our school. I have been emphasizing the importance of "inclusion" with our students and staff this school year through this year's theme, "Everyone Matters." In the classroom, it is a reminder that each and every student has a special talent and gift to share with their classmates. And while one student may excel in the maths and sciences, another shines in the Language Arts, and another in Art and PE, and so forth. Socially, it means that all students deserve to play and participate in all games at our school during recess and free time. Basically, we are trying to model the expectations of kindness, compassion, and empathy as our students become future leaders.

Parent Teacher Conferences (9/27 - 9/28)

Meeting with your child's teacher is an important part of their academic development and success. The allotted time is relatively short, but long enough for you to make a great connection. To best prepare for your child's conference, please keep in mind the following:

Be positive and believe we are on the "same team"

Be on time so that all families will have the same opportunity

Prepare questions in advance about specific items

Seek clarification (listen carefully, be specific, take notes)

We are here to help (social, emotional, after school and home life changes can affect a child)

If more discussion is required, please plan a follow-up with the teacher. We are here to be your partners in your child's education.

As always, if you have any further questions, comments, or concerns, please contact me directly at

enoh@kaohaoschool.org

or (808) 266-7844.

Truly,

Dr. Noh

Kaʻōhao Public Charter School September 2018

Cool kids at school and their

students too!

COUNSELOR’S CORNER Julie Halpern, School Counselor “Everyone Matters!”

Aloha Parents,

Dr. Noh started our school year with the idea that “Everyone Matters”. What a great way to infuse kindness and respect into each of our interactions with each other!

My monthly Character Education classes usually focus on some aspect of this, including Kindness, Respect, and Friendship. I visited all of the classes in August just to say hello and meet our new students, and talk about what “Everyone Matters” means.

I am also continuing with the Kindness Club this year. It will be after school on Thursdays, 2:15 – 3:00, in my room, P-5. All grade levels are welcome! In the past we have made cards to thank teachers, valentines for friends and parents, friendship bracelets, or just played games and took time to treat each other with kindness. Students will need to let their parents or A+ leader know if they plan to attend.

I will be starting my first Character Education lesson this year with a focus on RESPECT, and what each of us can do to promote that at school, at home, in the community and the world!

I am looking forward to a great year with you and your children. Please call or contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Aloha,

Julie Halpern,

School Counselor

266-7844X255

jhalpern@kaohaoschool.org

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY. MAHALO TO THE STAFF OF

KA‘ŌHAO SCHOOL FOR THEIR DEDICATION TO LEARNING!

Kaʻōhao Public Charter School September 2018

Kindergarteners, The Butterfly Garden Mahalo to Docents Liz, Ellen, Tracy, Lauren , Autumn, and Pat.

Third Grade, Hot Composting Mahalo to Docents Heather, Marlo, Jenn J. Jennifer J. Luis, and Liz.

Fifth Grade, The Scientific Garden, Mahalo to Docents Liz, Raina, and Jennifer J.

Mahalo to our wonderful Volunteers!

Mahalo to Docents in First Grade, Mandi, Raina, Jill, Christina B., Mahina, and Christina M. Mahalo to Docents in Second Grade, Sara, Amanda, Stacy, Angela, Ellen, and Nicki. Mahalo to Docents in Fourth Grade, Tim, Kiki, Wendy, Marlo, Jill, Jaymie, and Colene. Mahalo to Docents in Sixth Grade, Mandi, Raquel, Nara, Heather and Terese.

Windward Zero Waste Hui in 3rd Grade

Kaʻōhao Public Charter School September 2018

Order your Kaʻōhao Carnival tickets now www.kaohaoschool.org/carnival Carnival presale wristbands: $20 includes

UNLIMITED RIDES on ALL XTREME fun rides including the train, inflatables, and one FREE chance ticket for a new bike at the

LIVE drawing on the stage at 8:30PM!

PRESALE tickets will also be at school, starting this week 7:30-8:10AM and 1:50-2:30PM(Mon.,Tues.,Thurs. Fri.),

exact cash, check or credit card only.

All orders placed by Friday, Sept. 14 will be available for pick up after school or Monday, September 17, or at Will Call at the script booth day of

carnival. In person sales for immediate pick up through September 21.

Student Council will be fundraising at the Ka‘ōhao Carnival. All funds from the Student Council Dunk Tank will be

donated to Race for the Cure, please visit www.komenhawaii.org

for more in formation.

DUNK TANK =DONATION

Kaʻōhao Public Charter School September 2018

Introducing the

Worm HangoutRecommended for home vermicomposting

(5-10 pounds of food waste weekly)

Ka’ohao School Package includes:• One Hangout, choice of color• Convenient Worms on Wheels stand• Special blend worm bin bedding• Shadecloth cover• One pound composting worms

Made out of breathable, durable Cordura 1000 fabric, the Hangout is a true “flow-thru” processor.Worms, bedding, and food go in the top, crumblycastings come out the bottom. Worms love it andyou will, too – easy to manage, easy to harvest.

$350Limited Edition

Proceeds benefit Ka’ohao’s Garden Fund

Kahuku Beach James Campbell National

Wildlife Refuge (Mile Marker 14 off of Kam Hwy)

CHECK-IN: 8:30am CLEANUP: 9:00-11:00am

Plastic Free Hawai‘i is a program of

MAHALO TO OUR PARTNERS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 International Coastal Cleanup Day!

BRING a reusable water bottle, hat, and reef-safe sunscreen QUESTIONS? E-mail plasticfree@kokuahawaiifoundation.org

www.kokuahawaiifoundation.org/plasticfree

PLASTIC FREE HAWAI‘I

BEACH CLEANUP

Kailua Beach Park Hosted by Kailua Beach Adventures

CHECK-IN: 8:30am CLEANUP: 9:00-11:00am

Mahalo to Kaʻōhao School ʻOhana for their commitment to our students and school!

KSO Meeting with Room Parents

Join our Student Council, Ka’ōhao School families and community cleaning our backyard beach!

Check in at 8:30, clean up from 9-11. Bring a water bottle and be sun safe.