WaikeleFamilyFocus

Parent-CommunityNetworkingCenter(PCNC) WaikeleElementarySchoolVol.17No.6 94-1035KukulaSt. January2018 Waipahu,HI96797

Phone:307-6100Website:www.waikelees.org

“Together We Aim Higher”

Principal Message Happy New Year 2018! Happy New Year! We hope you enjoyed time with family and friends this winter break. We are proud of our students’ growth and progress in the first semester. Be sure to keep talking to your children about what they’ve learned and projects on which they are working. As we move forward into the new year, the staff will continue to work together to provide the very best instruction for our students. This is done through professional learning communities where teachers share ideas, create common assessments for learning, and analyze student and test data. The use of best practices by all teachers enriches instruction and challenges students to learn at the highest levels. “Together We Aim Higher” We commend our parents and families for doing an outstanding job in providing all of our children with so much in the way of support, encouragement, and love. We wish you and your family all the best for 2018. Have a fantastic New Year! Educating our children requires a team approach. Thank you for your continued support for #ourschool. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at 307-6100 or simply stop by to say hello. Sincerely, Sheldon Oshio

January 2018 Calendar Mon, Jan 1 to - Winter Break Fri, Jan 5

Mon, Jan 8 - Pacific Aviation Museum “The Brainstorming Tour” for Gr. 6 – Hale Kukui

Thu, Jan 11 - Papa John’s “Dollars For Dough” School Fundraiser – Sponsored by PCNC

Fri, Jan 12 - Rotary Club of West Pearl Harbor Dictionary Presentation for Gr. 3 – 12p, Hale Kukui

Mon, Jan 15 - HOLIDAY – DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY

Thu, Jan 18 - L.E.T. Gr. 6 – 8a – 12:30p, Waipahu Intermediate School Orientation

Fri, Jan 19 - Family Movie Night – “The Lego Ninjago Movie”, Gr. 2 fundraiser – snacks available for purchase

Mon, Jan 22 - Report Card Distribution

Mon, Jan 22 to - SPLASH, Gr. 5, 8:15a-10:15a (Souza/Constantino) / 9:15a – 11:15a (Shiraishi/Lum – Leeward YMCA Fri, Jan 26

Thu, Jan 25 - L.E.T. Gr. 1 (Kamei/Tanita) – Lyon Arboretum

Fri, Jan 26 - PTSO Ohana Night – 5p – 8p

Mon, Jan 29 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS – PC DAY FOR TEACHERS

February 2018 Calendar

Tue, Feb 6 - L.E.T. Gr. 6 – Backstage Tour of the H.O.T. Opera, “Daughter of the Regiment”

Wed, Feb 7 - L.E.T. Gr. 6 – H.O.T. Opera, “Daughter of the Regiment”

Thu, Feb 8 - L.E.T. Gr. 1 (Aki/Amby) – Lyon Arboretum - Papa John’s “Dollars For Dough” School Fundraiser – Sponsored by PCNC

Fri, Feb 9 - Family Movie Night – Movie to be determined, Learning Resource fundraiser – snacks available for purchase

Mon, Feb 12 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS – TEACHER INSTITUTE DAY

Tue, Feb 13 - L.E.T. Gr. K (Cheung/Shidaki) & Gr. Pre-K (Yogi/Lehano) – Living Art Museum

Wed, Feb 14 - Gr. K – 9a – 10a, Panda Express Presentation, Hale Kukui

Fri, Feb 16 - Gr. K – 8:30a – 10a, Exercise/Zumba, Hale Hanai

Mon, Feb 19 - HOLIDAY – PRESIDENT’S DAY

Tue, Feb 20 - L.E.T. Gr. K (Kaneshiro/Dacanay) – Living Art Museum

The Waikele Family Focus is a monthly publication of the Waikele Elementary School Parent-Community Networking Center (PCNC). Submit articles to Kiana Moore, PCNC Facilitator (307-6100), email: Kiana_Moore@notes.k12.hi.us, or leave in the PCNC mailbox in Hale Ho’oulu (Admin. Bldg.). Deadline for submitting is five (5) days before the end of the month. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

FRONT OFFICE CORNER Hrs: Mon - Fri, 7:30a - 4:00p Phone No.: (808) 307-6100

Geographical Exceptions Forms

Geographic Exception (G.E.) Request Forms may be turned into the Front Office starting January 1st through March 1st for the school year 2018-2019. G.E. forms may be obtained at the Front Office or from any DOE school.

If you are currently a student at Waikele Elementary: 1. Fill out Section 1 of the G.E. form 2. Fill out an MVA Form 3. Attach a self-addressed stamped envelope to each G.E. form 4. Return G.E. form, MVA Form, and the self- addressed stamped envelope to the Front Office

For students enrolling in kindergarten, you must be 5 years old by July 31, 2018. Parent/Guardian must reside within the Waikele Elementary geographical boundary.

New students that reside within the Waikele Elementary School geographical area: 1. Follow steps 1-4 above 2. Fill out a student enrollment form at the front office. 3. Provide a Birth Certificate 4. Provide a current proof of residency: cable, electric, water, telephone (land-line) bill, or lease/rental agreement.

Any questions, please call the Front Office at 307-6100 between 7:30am -3:00pm

Kindergarten Registration 2018-2019

Registration packets will be available in the Front Office during regular business hours starting February 1, 2018.

REMINDER: (1) Parent/guardian must reside within the Waikele School District and (2) Your child must be 5 years old by July 31, 2018.

Early Release Reminder When signing your child(ren) out early from school: a. Come to the Front Office to sign your child(ren) out (PLEASE BRING A PICTURE ID) b. Please wait in the office. A staff member will bring your child(ren) to you

Bus Passes Parents/Guardians, please be advised that the bus company WILL pick up students on the way to school, even if they do not have their bus pass.

However, students who do not have their bus pass WILL NOT be allowed to ride the bus home. Students should call their parents to bring the bus pass to school, or give them a ride home. Students may also buy a replacement bus pass for $5.00 (five dollars) at the Front Office. Cash only, please.

Drop Off/Pick Up Please drop off your child(ren) so that they are seated in class and ready to begin the day at 7:50 a.m. Please pick them up by 2:25 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and by 12:55 p.m. on Wednesdays. There is NO adult supervision for students after 2:25 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and after 12:55 on Wednesdays. Students who cannot be picked up on time, should be enrolled in the A+ YMCA After School program. Thank you for your support.

Lunch Loan Reminders

Please pay lunch loans by the next school day or please send a home lunch with your child. The money belongs to School Food Services, not Waikele Element-ary School. Please call the Front Office regarding your child(ren’s) balance at any time.

Breakfast and Lunch Waikele Elementary wants to ensure that each student has a healthy, nutritious day.

Student Breakfast $1.10 Reduced $ .30 Student Lunch $2.50 Reduced $ .40 Student Second Lunch $5.50 Reduced $2.50 Student Second Entree $2.00 Reduced $2.00 Milk $ .60 Reduced $ .60

To maintain a balance in your child's lunch account, cash payments can be made through your child's teacher or in the office.

If your child is not purchasing a school lunch, please send your child to school with a home lunch.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Request for Administration/Storage of Medication in School

No medication will be stored in the Health Room or administered by the authorized Public Health Nursing Branch and/or DOE personnel without the completion of form PHN/SHS36, Rev. 5/12, and other appropriate forms which can be obtained by the School Health Aide. A consultation will be provided by our Public Health Nurse. When these steps are complete, the Principal will have final approval.

Medication must be in a container/vial dispensed by the Pharmacist with instructions "FOR SCHOOL USE" with the name of the student, name of the medication, dosage, strength, time of administration, and name of prescribing physician.

This form is good for the current school year and needs to be renewed yearly. Parent/legal guardian is responsible to obtain the form for the following school year.

Policies and Guidelines for Administration/Storage of Medications developed by the Hawaii Chapter of Academy of Pediatrics-PHNB-DOE (H-AAP-PHNB-DOE), the PHN/SHS 36 form and General instructions are available at the website address: http:// www.hawaii.gov/health/family-child-health/publichealth nursing/index.html

Notice and Request for Accommodations

If you are an individual with a disability, please contact our administration, Ms. Kawamura or Mr. Oshio at 307-6100 to make arrangements for accessibility to any school event at least 10 working days prior to the event. Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate your request.

McKinney-Vento Homeless Act Students eligible for McKinney-Vento Homeless Act services between October 1, 2005 and June 26, 2008 have the right to request to be transferred to a school previously attended during that period of time, if feasible.

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, and how to exercise your rights, contact your school administrator or visit http://bit.ly/FERPAHI.

If assistance is needed in understanding this document by having it read/translated in another language, please call the school office at 307-6100.

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pagsasao nga Ilokano, pangnga-asi yo ta awaganyo iti opisina ti eskuwela, 307-6100. Tagalog

Kung kailangan ninyo ng tulong na basahin/intindihin ang dokomentong ito sa Tagalog, ipinakikiusap na tawagan ang opisina ng eskuwelahan, 307-6100.

Marshallese Elane kwoj aikujin mele kin nan kein ilo pepa in ilo kajin eo am, call e tok office es ilo,

307-6100. Samoan

Afai e mana'omia se fesoasoani mo se fa'apupulaga o lenei fa'asilasilaga pe a faitauina, fa'a molemole valaau le aoga, 307-6100.

Hosting Store #1756

“Dollars for Dough” Papa John’s Monthly School Fundraiser

(Fundraiser organized by PCNC Facilitator/Kiana Moore)

SAVE THE DATE! ORDER PIZZA

Thursday, January 11, 2018

Support Waikele Elementary School by ordering from Papa John’s Pizza any menu item(s) on THU, JAN 11, and 25% of the sales before taxes generated by the fundraiser will be donated to our school. Use coupons, in-store specials or your Aloha carry-out card for all purchases. A separate flyer will go home the day before the fundraiser with the “Dollars for Dough” sheet. Place your label with the total price on the sheet.

The classroom in each grade level that has the most $$ orders, will win a Papa John’s Pizza Party!

If you have any questions, please contact PCNC Facilitator, Kiana Moore at 307-6100 or email

kiana_moore@notes.k12.hi.us.

Total school earnings from AUG – NOV 2017 = $1,756.82!!

Congratulations! December

“Dollars For Dough” Classroom Winners

Gr. K Ms. Shidaki Gr. 4 Mr. Larger Gr. 1 Ms. Kamei Gr. 5 Ms. Lum Gr. 2 Ms. Baysa Gr. 6 Ms. Calhau

Extra!! Extra!! Waikele Teachers/Staff Wish List

The Teachers and Staff of Waikele Elementary will submit, as needed, a list of item(s) they would like to have “extra” for their classrooms, school projects, or work areas. They may also be used for other necessities for our school.

Parents and friends are our most valuable resource for our needs. Please help fulfill their wishes by looking and asking around, both at home and at work. Used items are always welcome, as long as they are useable. If you can help, please turn the item(s) in to the Parent-Community Networking Center (PCNC) Rm., Front Ofc. or call PCNC Facilitator, Kiana Moore at 307-6100.

On behalf of the Teachers and Staff, Mahalo Nui Loa for your support!!

TV Trays - 2 Short-legged Wooden Floor Table - 1 Long-arm Stapler - 1 Towels – all sizes, slightly used/not soiled Erasers – for Smart Boards/Chalk Boards Glue Sticks – large size Blue Painters Tape Clear Sheet Protectors Clipboards – any size, 20 ct. Hair Net/Shower Cap – 30 ct. Child-size Aprons – 30 ct. Rolling Pins – 10 ct. Plastic Table Covers – rectangular, 6 ct. Colored Cardstock Paper

HAPPY 2018 NEW YEAR!!

Family Movie Night Hosted by Grade 2

“The Lego Ninjago Movie” Friday, January 19 – sunset in the courtyard

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a FREE movie in the courtyard!

We will be selling: Spam musubi, kalua/cabbage plate, saimin, popcorn, chicken nuggets, chips, and drinks

PCNC presents…..

“1 Cup Wednesday”

Every Wednesday mornings 7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Fronting Hale Hanai

Stop by for free hot coffee, tea, cocoa, breakfast snacks, and chit-chat before going to work or play!

Lost and Found!!

Is your child missing a sweater, jacket, lunchbox or water bottle, or ? If so, tell your child to check out the Lost and Found corner by the entrance inside the cafeteria.

Box Tops For Education

Before you throw away your cereal boxes, food packages, toilet/paper towel outer wraps, etc., please look for the Box Tops For Education labels, cut them out and turn it in to the PCNC office or your child’s teacher. Please write your child’s name/teacher on the envelope or bag and address it to PCNC. If your child turns in more than 15 labels, they will get a pencil. Proceeds help fund PCNC events and activities. Questions? Contact PCNC Facilitator/Kiana Moore

We received a check in January 2018 for $500.20!! Thank you for your on-going support with Box Tops!

Mahalo to Pacific Aviation Museum

Grade 6 would like to thank Pacific Aviation Museum for sharing The Barnstorming Tour presentation with us on Monday, January 8. Students enjoyed controlling the Flight Simulator, learning about Newton’s Third Law of Motion, experimenting with Bernoulli’s Principle, and manipulating the Wind Tunnel. The students had a lot of fun, it was a great experience!

Pacific Aviation Museum “Barnstorming Tour” with Grade 6 in Hale Kukui

Happy New Year Waikele Elementary School Ohana!

“A year ago, everything was different. And now that I look back, I realize that a year can do a lot in a person.” ~Author Unknown

Wow ~ 2017 has come and gone. We are so excited to welcome 2018 and look forward to an awesome rest of the year with you! We look forward to seeing you at these fun, family-friendly events upcoming, so mark your calendars and get ready for an awesome spring! Upcoming Waikele PTSO Events and Activities

1. WAIKELE ROCKS FAMILY FUN NIGHT – Join us for a fun night of ROCK PAINTING in Hale Hanai on Friday, January 26, 2018 at 5:30pm. Take pride in our school by donating your painted rock or feel free to take your fun creation home. All families and friends of Waikele Elementary School are welcome to attend! Event fee is $3.00 at the door, which will provide you with one rock for painting. Additional rocks are available for purchase for only $1.00 each. BRING A POTLUCK DISH TO SHARE! Get ready for an awesome time with our Waikele Ohana! #WaikeleRocks

2. SPRING GENERAL MEETING – Join us for our annual Spring General Meeting in Hale Kukui on Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30pm. We will discuss ongoing PTSO support projects to Waikele Elementary School and academic programs, accreditation updates, upcoming construction updates, and other topics of interest that concern you and your student. As always, there will be games and activities for the children! BRING A POTLUCK DISH TO SHARE! We look forward to seeing you and your family!

3. REGAL FOODS SPRING FUNDRAISER – Mark your calendars! Our largest fundraiser of the year kicks off on February 8th! Early bird prize entries will be distributed at the Spring General Meeting, so don’t miss out!

This year, we will be selling the following Regal Food items for $7.50 each: 1. Giant Portuguese Sausage 2. Cinnamon Bread (Loaf) 3. Chocolate Chip Cookies 4. Hotdog Manapua

Fundraiser Sale Dates: FEB 8 - FEB 22, 2018 Pick-up Date: MAR 14, 2018 from 1:30pm -5:30pm at the Bus Shelter.

PRIZES!! PRIZES!! PRIZES!! Just when you thought it was good enough…

we made it even BETTER!

Top Seller will have a choice of an X-Box One OR an IPad mini OR A $300 gift card!

*Runner up Prizes: 2nd Place Seller - $125 Gift Card 3rd Place Seller - $75 Gift Card 4th Place Seller - $50 Gift Card

*Drawing Winner: You will receive (1) entry into a drawing for every 10 tickets sold. Drawing winner will also have choice of an X-Box One OR an IPad mini OR A $300 gift card.

Top Selling Home Room will receive $50 for a party!

SO, GET READY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN SOME AWESOME PRIZES!

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A BIG MAHALO to you for your continued support and participation in our ongoing PTSO events! We could not have done it without you, our Waikele Ohana! If you have any questions, feel free to email us at: WaikelePTSO290@gmail.com or check us out on Facebook at Waikele Elementary PTSO for updates and news. Like and tag us using hashtag #OurSchool #WaikeleRocks and post your event photos! We look forward to seeing you soon!

Your 2017-2019 PTSO Officers:

Leslie Nollie-Hernandez, President Riza Balisacan, Vice President

Brannon Nguyen, Secretary Corina Pascua, Fundraising Coordinator

Nicole Lee, Marketing & Social Media Coordinator

Contact: We value your input and participation! If you would like to get involved and volunteer with the Waikele PTSO, please email us at: WaikelePTSO290@gmail.com or call/text us at (808) 220-7087.

Waikele PTSO Products: *Flask orders are accepted in the main office. Please fill out the blue form and submit with payment to - Waikele Elementary PTSO. Large (Black) - $30.00 and Small (White) - $25.00, while supplies last.

*Discount Cards will still be available for purchase at $10.00 per card. Please email us if interested! Your Waikele PTSO #OurSchool #WaikeleRocks