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Opt-In Distance Learning Request Due Oct. 27

Reminder: Opt-In Distance Learning Q2 Form due, Tuesday, October 27.

 https://bit.ly/OPTINQ2

School Updates

October 22, 2020

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October 22, 2020
Aloha e ​nā ʻohana o ​Hau‘ula,
I hope you are all doing well and had an enjoyable Fall Break. This is an update to let you know about our Quarter 2 transition plan to start bringing students on campus for in-person learning.
OCTOBER 12-NOVEMBER 6: CONTINUATION OF DISTANCE LEARNING
● DLP students and students with appointments are on campus for individual in-person instruction,
assessments and/or related services that cannot be conducted virtually.
OCTOBER 22-27: OPT-IN FULL DISTANCE LEARNING FORMS DUE BY OCT. 27

● OPT-IN DISTANCE LEARNING FORM FOR QUARTER 2: http://bit.ly/OPTINQ2

● Complete and submit the ​form​ by October 27 if you choose to have your child participate in distance learning for the duration of Quarter 2.

● Assignments will be posted online by the teacher with opportunities for virtual check-ins, individual
appointments and conferencing with the teacher from 12:00 noon.
NOVEMBER 9-DEC 18: SMALLER GROUPS OF STUDENTS INVITED ON CAMPUS FOR IN-PERSON
INSTRUCTION

● For the health and safety of our staff, students and families, we are not able to bring all students back on campus for full school days. We are expected to comply with the six feet distancing
guidelines and wearing of masks/face coverings while on campus.

● Given these parameters, smaller groups of students will be invited on campus for in-person instruction 1-2 days of the week. The other two days will continue to follow a distance learning schedule with the remaining day for specials, independent work and appointments.

● Looking at the number of students who can safely be on campus, teachers will determine the level of priority and need for students to receive in-person instruction and then communicate with their parents about an appropriate schedule ​no later than November 4.
● The In-person school day will be from 8:00 am-11:30 am. Drop off will begin no earlier than 8:00 am and pick up will start at 11:30 am and be no later than 11:45 am.

● School bus service will be available but seating will be limited to maintain appropriate distancing.

● Students are expected to eat breakfast at home before arriving at 8:00 am. Grab-and-Go Meals will
continue to be served from 11:30 am-12:00 noon. Students pick up their lunch and breakfast for the next day at the same time. Students on campus will pick up their meals and proceed to the bus or car pick up locations on campus and eat lunch at home.

● There may be individual cases where students may be asked to meet individually or by appointment
with their teacher, counselor or staff member. These will be determined by the teacher or staff member and communicated with parents. MORE>

FREE Grab-and-Go Meals

Start Tuesday. October 13th

FREE Grab-and-Go Meals start Tues. Oct. 13 at Hau'ula Elementary: 11:30-12:00 pm for children ages 18 and younger. Meal distribution will be at LUNCHTIME only. Pickups will include one lunch for that day and one breakfast for the following day, per child. Only one meal pick-up allowed per child per day per location.

Distancing and masks required for walk up and picking up by car. Enter through main gate and pull up in front of the cafeteria. Stay in car. Meals may be picked up without children present but parents/guardians not enrolled at Hau'ula El must provide verification documents. 

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Hau'ula Help Links

● Hau’ula Help link: Click here and submit https://bit.ly/2WNwf9Q
● Hau’ula School Office/Administration: M-F 7:00 am-4:30 pm (except holidays)

305-2100
● Leona Tupou (‘Ohana Engagement Liaison): 305-2083 or email:

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SCHOOL COMMUNICATION

Anti-Bullying Unity

Spirit Week Oct. 26-30

http://bit.ly/UnityOct26-30

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Every October, schools and organizations across the country join in observing National Bullying Prevention Month. The goal: encourage schools, communities and organizations to work together to stop bullying and cyberbullying and put an end to hatred and racism by increasing awareness of the prevalence and impact of all forms of bullying on all children of all ages.

Some ways that we can end Bullying in our schools is to:

• Make friends with someone you don't know at school

• Challenge others to be kind

• Don't let anyone eat alone whether it's in the cafe or on a field trip

• When you see someone being bullied, be brave and stand up for them!

Please join us this week as we raise awareness on this topic and share ways that we can be part of the solution to end bullying. We ask that all students, staff and 'ohana join us in participating in our Unity Spirit Week. http://bit.ly/UnityOct26-30 Every day read review the theme as a family.

Share your pictures with your teacher or tag us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @hauula_el (with parent permission). We would love to see all of you. If you have questions about bullying please feel free to contact our counselors at counselors@nahonu.k12.hi.us or call Mr. Nikora at 305-2100.

Okakopa Oct 26-30, 2020

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Okakopa October 26-30, 2020

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Hau'ula School Bulletin

October 26-30, 2020

Posted Bulletin

October 26-30, 2020

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BULLY PREVENTION SPIRIT WEEK: OCT 26-30
Every October, schools and organizations across the country join in observing
National Bullying Prevention Month. The goal: encourage schools, communities
and organizations to work together to stop bullying and cyberbullying and put an
end to hatred and racism by increasing awareness of the prevalence and impact
of all forms of bullying on all children of all ages. Some ways that we can end
Bullying in our schools is to:
● Make friends with someone you don't know at school
● Challenge others to be kind
● Don't let anyone eat alone whether it's in the cafe or on a field trip
● When you see someone being bullied, be brave and stand up for them!

Join us this week and pledge to end bullying. Read the daily messages as a
family and share the activities each day with your teacher or tag your pictures
and videos with @hauula_el on IG, FB and Twitter.

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UPCOMING CALENDAR EVENTS:

October 26-30:
● As needed parent conferences by appointment
● Bully Prevention Spirit Week

October 29:

● Drive by Treat Bags for all Students 1:30pm-2:30pm

October 30:

● Aloha Harvest Pick Up

November 2:

● Kahuku Complex PC Day, No students

November 3:

● Election Day, No school

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HAU’ULA-WEEN DRIVE BY TREAT BAG PICK UP: OCT 29 1:30:

Stay in your car and keep masks on. Hope to see you!

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Mahalo nui for your continued support. Be well!

U‘ilani Kaitoku, Po‘okumu
*Contact information changes and updates need to be reported. Please send an email to mnihipali@nahonu.k12.hi.us​ or leave a message at (808) 305-2100 so we can update your information.

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THIS WEEK:

‘OKAKOPA 26: PO‘AKAHI
● SPIRIT WEEK: MAHALO MONDAY - Be THANKFUL, Be KIND. A HONU encourages their friends. They don't put down or say hurtful words. Wear your Hau'ula shirt or school colors as a reminder on how we should treat others.
● CHOOSE ALOHA: Write A Poem About Courage
● Grab and Go Meals for students 18 years and younger.
○ 11:30-12:00 noon ‘Aina Awakea Lunch and ‘Aina Kakahiaka Breakfast for the
next day

‘OKAKOPA 27 :PO‘ALUA
● SPIRIT WEEK: HERO DAY - Not all HEROES wear capes. If someone is being bullied,
SPEAK UP, tell a trusted adult. Stand up for each other and get help. Share a picture of your HERO - someone who HELPS and RESPECTS you.
● CHOOSE ALOHA: Be Brave Enough To Do What You Know Is Right
● Grab and Go Meals for students 18 years and younger.
○ 11:30-12:00 noon ‘Aina Awakea Lunch and ‘Aina Kakahiaka Breakfast for the
next day

‘OKAKOPA 28: PO‘AKOLU
● SPIRIT WEEK: HAT DAY - HATS OFF TO BULLYING! We are all different. It doesn't mean we are worse or better than others, but we need to RESPECT and APPRECIATE our differences. Wear your favorite HAT to share your likes and personality.
● CHOOSE ALOHA: Practice Your Brave Pose
● Grab and Go Meals for students 18 years and younger.
○ 11:30-12:00 noon ‘Aina Awakea Lunch and ‘Aina Kakahiaka Breakfast for the
next day

‘OKAKOPA 29: PO‘AHA
● SPIRIT WEEK: UNITY DAY - INCLUDE and INVITE friends to join you, especially when
you see them alone. Wear orange in support of MAKING A DIFFERENCE to STOP
BULLYING.
● CHOOSE ALOHA: Write Down 3 Ways That You Are Brave
● Grab and Go Meals for students 18 years and younger.
○ 11:30-12:00 noon ‘Aina Awakea Lunch and ‘Aina Kakahiaka Breakfast for the
next day

● HAU’ULAWEEN DRIVE BY: Treat bags for all students 1:30 pm-2:00 pm. Stay in cars and mask up.

‘OKAKOPA 30: PO‘ALIMA
● SPIRIT WEEK: COSTUME FRIDAY - Be BRAVE! Be a LEADER! Don't be AFRAID to TREAT
others fairly. Dress up as a favorite character or wear a costume to remember that we
all deserve to enjoy life and be happy!
● CHOOSE ALOHA: It Takes Courage To Ask For Help
● Grab and Go Meals for students 18 years and younger.
○ 11:30-12:00 noon ‘Aina Awakea Lunch and ‘Aina Kakahiaka Breakfast for the
next day

● ALOHA HARVEST Food Drive for the Hau’ula and Ka’a’awa Staff and School Families.
1:00 noon - 2:00 pm. Must be registered to pick up. Enter on Homestead Road. Not a public food drive

HIDOE UPDATES:

We will begin Quarter 2 as a continuation of learning from home. Schools will be working as a Complex Area to consider
a gradual transition to blended learning opportunities as we continue to monitor COVID case activity against the DOH
metrics. We will keep you notified as soon as we have more information. We understand that some of you may have
questions about wanting to continue distance learning. Please look for a survey that will be coming out soon. . HIDOE Press Release.

SYNCHRONOUS and ASYNCHRONOUS:

You will notice that student schedules include both synchronous learning (real
time where teachers and students are engaging in learning simultaneously) and asynchronous learning
(learner-centered; learners are able to complete courses without having to be in a certain place at a certain time). Both
are counted as instructional minutes. Please note that the amount of physical hours a student would traditionally spend
in school is different from the amount of virtual hours in a distance learning model. It is not the same. This is because
of recommended screen time for distance learning which varies from grade to grade and takes into consideration the
attention span and workloads of students. Students need time to process this new way of learning.

ATTENDANCE IS TAKEN EVERYDAY!

Teachers mark students present when there is evidence of
synchronous/asynchronous participation. It is important that parents communicate with their child’s teacher if the child
has trouble getting online or completing their assignments. If a child is going to be absent from school,
parents/guardians are expected to call the main office at 305-2100 by 8:30 am to report the absence. Counselors will
be following up with families if a student misses two or more school days without notifying the office or if a student
repeatedly attempts to leave the online sessions early or does not complete assignments.

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

anna_tsang@notes.k12.hi.us

(808) 829-6981  

CLICK HERE TO READ THE LETTER

Click on the link below to for 13 additional languages:

(http://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/Organization/OfficesandBranches/Pages/CRCO.aspx)

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.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE LETTER

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Aloha Harvest Partnership

for Hau'ula

Aloha Hau'ula' Ohana,

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Aloha Harvest is partnering with our school to distribute food boxes to our Hau'ula and Ka'a'awa Staff and School Families on Friday, October 30 from 1-2:00pm. This is not open to the public. You must register in order to pick up items. Enter from the back entrance of Hau'ula Elementary via Hau'ula Homestead. Sign up today.

Questions? Please contact Leona at 305-2083.

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See flyer to register: http://bit.ly/AlohaOct30

Choose Love

October 2020

October is Choose Love Courage Month. It is also Anti-Bully Month. By Choosing Love we can help each other through kindness and understanding. We can be brave to tell the truth and stand up for what is right. And we can identify and manage our emotions. Choose Love instead of Hate.

Unity Day 'Okakopa 21

Wear 'Alani Orange

Join us across the state as we celebrate Unity Day. Wear orange clothing and accessories to show your aloha. Send your pics to your teacher or tag us on IG and FB @hauula_el. 

Flyer: bit.ly/3jh7Zp5

Aloha Pledge: bit.ly/3jh85Nt

Ho'omaikai

2021 Windward District Complex Teacher of the Year

Kristen Eastvedt

"I had public school teachers that believed in me and taught me to never give up. I have been inspired by dedicated colleagues. I am proud to instill positive qualities and confidence to students.  I love seeing students shine and excel with their various talents and strengths. "

Hau'ula School

Important Dates Fall 2020

Please stay tuned for important dates.

• October 2: Quarter 1 ends

• October 5-9: Fall Break

• October 12: Kahuku Complex Waiver Day, No school for students All schools in the Kahuku Complex will not have school on this day. (our next common PC day is November 2)

• October 13-16: Teachers will be contacting families for as needed parent conferences.

• October 21-23: Report cards will be ready for pick up at the office from 7:30am-4:00pm (report cards not picked up will be mailed by Friday, October 23)

• October 26-30: As needed parent conferences starting at 12:30pm.

NEW GOOGLE SITES:

NEW GOOGLE SITES:
Our SPECIALS teachers will be posting lessons and activities each week so students are able to participate.
● MEDIA: Ms. Ho http://bit.ly/hauulamedia
● PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Coach Jay http://bit.ly/hauulape
● MUSIC: Mrs. Shumway http://bit.ly/hauulamusic
● COUNSELORS: Mr. Nikora, Mrs. Teichert, Mr. Keo, Aunty Loke and Aunty Roseanne
http://bit.ly/hauulacounselingteam

​Choose Aloha - Hau'ula SEL Program

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Aloha Students and Families,

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Welcome to our 2020-2021 school year. We hope you are all safe and well. Although the start of the school year is different than those of the past, we are all in this together and here to support you. One way we will be supporting all students is through our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program called Choose Love. This program is a proactive solution to all of the issues our children are facing by teaching them how to create positive relationships, to make responsible decisions, to become self-aware and to manage their emotions. SEL increases academic performance and school and classroom climate while reducing bullying, anxiety, substance abuse and mental illness! Here's a video to watch with your family about the four areas of choosing love: http://bit.ly/hauulalove

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Wiwo'ole (Courage) + Mahalo (Gratitude) + Ho'oponopono (Forgiveness) + Aloha Aku (Compassion in Action) = 'O Ke Aloha Ke Koho (Choosing Love)

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Please let us know what you think or if you have questions. Call 305-2100 or email: counselors@nahonu.k12.hi.us

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Mahalo, Mr. Nikora, Mrs. Teichert, Aunty Loke, Mr. Keo and Aunty Roseanne

KŪKINI CLUB

TECH SUPPORT -

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!

We now have a dedicated phone line
that families and students can access everyday M-F from 7:30am-3:00pm. We
can help troubleshoot all your tech, software, program or application problems
over the phone or help you in person (one person at a time; masks required) at
the library. We are providing on the job training and PD on the applications and
software teachers are using. Please come and see us. We are here for you!

Aloha ‘Ohana, I hope you enjoy our spirit weeks. We enjoy seeing how everyone is doing. If there are things that I can help you with, please don’t hesitate to contact me at ltupou@nahonu.k12.hi.us. 

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Parent Resources:

Lili'uokalani Trust

● Emergency financial help

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Hau'ula Community Association Food Assistance

● Get updates of upcoming food distributions. 

● For more information you can email:

Department of Education Parent Resources 

● Updates from the Hawaii Department of Education

Scholastic Parent Resources 

● Activities and printable resources 

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HELP for Child Care Program

● Keiki o ka 'Āina provides tuition assistance, including ‘ohana in-home care with a relative or non-relative. 

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Covid 19 Resources:

 A Thriving Lahui 

● Resources that are available

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Mayor Mandate Face Covering 

● Emergency Order No. 2020-07 Senator

Brian Schatz Covid 19 Resources 

● Resources to help with filing for unemployment benefits. 

● Health and nutrition programs.

Aloha United Way 211 

● Parenting support 

● Kupuna support 

● Food, financial, shelter support 

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Community Resource:

Private Mobile Hot Shower Facility 

● Weekly access to a hot shower facility in Kahuku.