SCHOOL CALENDAR
Teacher Appreciation Week: Mei 8-12,'23
08: Pōʻakahi - Mahalo Monday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
09: Pōʻalua - Tasty Tuesday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
May 9 SBG applications available at the office. Current students Gr. 3-5. Must return all forms by 10 am on May 16. No applications after this date.
10: Pōʻakolu - Wellness Wednesday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
12:50 pm - School ends
11: Pōʻahā - Thoughtful Thursday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
12: Pōʻalima - Aloha Friday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
15: Pōʻakahi - Monday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
16: Pōʻalua - Tuesday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
17: Pōʻakolu - Wednesday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
12:50 pm - School ends
18: Pōʻahā - Thursday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level site
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
19: Pōʻalima - Friday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level site
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
9:00 am - May Day Celebration at
Polynesian Cultural Center
12:50 pm - School ends
20: Pōʻaono - Saturday
9:00 am Kaiapuni Ceremony
Hau’ula Beach Park
22: Pōʻakahi - Monday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
23: Pōʻalua - Tuesday
FUN RUN 2023 (Letter to Families)
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
24: Pōʻakolu - Wednesday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level sites
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
12:50 pm - School ends
5:30 pm - 6th Grade Promotion
25: Pōʻahā - Thursday
7:15 am Drop off at grade level site
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
2:05 pm - School ends
26: Pōʻalima - Friday
Last Day for Students
7:15 am Drop off at grade level site
7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast
7:30 am Campus drop off for all students
7:50 am - School begins
7:55 am - Tardy bell rings
12:50 pm - School ends
29: Pōʻakahi - Monday
Memorial Day Holiday - No School
Please call our office if you have any questions, (808) 305-2100.
SCHOOL COMMUNICATION
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Fun Run 2023
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Fun Run Parent Letter May 23, 2023
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DZmA80Sz5DRHJml_lxe0ahkszVwGtmq3/view?usp=share_link
May 19, 2023
Aloha Hau’ula Elementary School ‘Ohana,
To celebrate the achievements of our keiki during the 2022-23 school year, students will have the opportunity to participate in our annual Fun Run on campus. Students will perform physical fitness activities at various stations placed throughout the school. The run will end with a wet and wild surprise.
Important Fun Run details are as follows:
● The Fun Run will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 2023
● Students are to wear clothes that are comfortable and able to get wet
● Students are to bring:
○ A change of clothes
○ Proper footwear for physical activity
○ Water
● It is recommended that students bring water, wear a hat and apply
sunscreen at home.
If you have questions, please contact Fun Run coordinator Coach Ane at
tane@nahonu.k12.hi.us .
Thank you,
Ms. Amanda McCauley
Vice Principal
Coach Teetai Ane
PE Coordinator
Summer Hub Registration and
Bus Applications
REMINDER: Summer Learning Hub applications are available at the front office. This program is for current Hau'ula students who were registered in SY 22-23. We do not have online registration at this time. Last day to register students is May 26, 2023.
Bus transportation is also available for Summer Learning Hub Participants. The fee will be waived. Bus applications are due Friday, May 19, 2023.
Please contact our Summer Hub office at (808) 305-2083 or the school office at (808) 305-2100 if you need assistance. Students with excessive absences (25+) or below grade level proficiency (DP/WB) should attend. However, the summer learning hub is open to students of all levels and will focus on both the academic and total well-being aspects to foster continued growth and success of every child. Sign up today! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tml_nqd7kKqb3lKTMFKl7hqk4M3CBv7F/view?usp=sharing
May Day Letter
2023
May Day is on Friday, May 19, 2023 https://drive.google.com/file/d/19njnF-TOStsch6XEhi9CYvSLtdq2Mzob/view?usp=sharing
May 15, 2023
Aloha Parents/Guardians,
We look forward to seeing all of you at our May Day Celebration Nā Kama o Hauula “The Children of Hau‘ula:” on Friday, May 19, 2023 at the Polynesian Cultural Center Pacific Theater starting at 9:00 am.
FRIDAY SCHEDULE:
School will end at 12:50 pm. Friday, May 20th. School ends at the regular time of 12:50 pm on Wednesday May 17th.
TRANSPORTATION:
We are asking families to drive their children to the Polynesian Cultural Center. We will have a shuttle for registered Hau‘ula students who do not have transportation.
➢ Preferred Option - Drop off at PCC: Students may be dropped off at the Polynesian Cultural Center starting at 7:15 am unless otherwise instructed by their teacher. School Staff will be at PCC to assist with supervision from 7:15 am until the teacher arrives. Please make sure your child eats breakfast before school.
➢ Bus Shuttle: Shuttles will be available for Hau‘ula Elementary students who do not have access to transportation to the Polynesian Cultural Center and back to school after the program. Please have your child in school by 7:50am. Buses will depart Hau‘ula starting at 7:50 am.
MEALS
Breakfast: Regardless of transportation plans, breakfast will be available to Hau‘ula students from 7:15 am-7:45 am.
Lunch: Only students who return on the shuttle will be able to eat lunch at school. Once students are signed out and leave from PCC, they will not be able to return and eat lunch at school.
'Ohana Engagement Office:
Any questions regarding our 'Ohana
Engagement Activities this month
please contact Leona at 305-2083
If you have any questions or suggestions for future ‘Ohana Engagement activities, please call 305-2083
Student Body Government Applications for SY 23-24 Now Available
SBG Applications for SY 23-24
Now Available
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CY0OzPygNYIjbhaS9hVzOVMvBjf5Tx9R/view?usp=sharing
APPLICATION AND FORMS DUE BY 10 AM ON MAY 16. NO LATE APPLICATIONS AFTER THIS DATE.
Who May Apply?
A: Current students in grades 3-5 may run for office of Student Body Vice-President, Secretary, Historian and Treasurer. *Only current 5th grade students may run for
President.
What's Expected?
A: Elected officers must be willing at times to be at school early to set up for school activities and be willing to stay later after school for important meetings. There may be service projects and fundraisers that may involve late afternoons and possibly a few Saturdays.
Elected officers must be in good standing in their core academic classes and be consistent positive role models among peers, staff and adults. Elected officers must be willing to lead by following the school rules, showing respect for self and others and being open to others ideas.
What do I do if I am interested in running
for office?
A: 1. Pick up an application from the office starting May 9th.
2. Go over the application with a parent and get signatures from both parent and homeroom teacher.
3. Submit the essay and application to the office by 10 am on May 16th. Late applications will not be accepted
4. Prepare a speech - no more than 3 minutes
5. Turn in your poster to the office from May 18-19
Mahalo for your time and continued support. We appreciate all of our families and community partners.
Please call our office if you have any questions, (808) 305-2100.
A`ohe hana nui ka alu`ia.
Mahalo piha,
U’ilani K. Kaitoku, Po‘okumu
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week May 8-12, 2023
Aloha Hau'ula 'Ohana,
Each year we take time to recognize and Mahalo all of our Teachers, Kumu and Staff for their work and dedication. Please join us this week in celebrating them. Here are some ideas for your keiki if they wish to participate. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MXzsIUwy34rRKP9uDIdZUTwx7B1SRRBl/view?usp=sharing
'Ohana Engagement Newsletter
February 2023
'Ohana Meeting
Feb 1, 2023 @4:00 pm https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AWPfk3TfZnChVN0b2Ddmx8sTLRp0berC/view?usp=share_link
Annual Non-Discrimination and
Anti-Harassment Letter
For questions or concerns relating to non-discrimination and anti-harassment at your school, you may contact:
Anna Tsang
Equity Specialist, Castle-Kahuku Complex
(808) 829-6981
HAU‘ULA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
GRANTED 6-YEAR WASC ACCREDITATION!
The Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC), recently announced that Hau‘ula Elementary meets the ASC WASC criteria for accreditation, based on information provided by the school, including a self-study report, and the satisfactory completion of the recent on-site accreditation visit. The Commission has granted Hau‘ula the maximum Six-Year Accreditation Status with a Mid-cycle Two-day visit through June 30, 2025.
Mahalo nui to all our teachers, staff and stakeholders for your help and support.