(Please see the school calendar for more information) Monday, March 25th: End of Enrollment Period Tuesday, March 26th: Prince Kuhio Day – NO SCHOOL Wednesday, March 27th: OHANA NETWORK Meeting,… Read more
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Our First School Spirit Week at Alaka’i!
The week prior to Spring Break was School Spirit Week at Alaka’i. Everyone had a blast throughout the week, kicking off our festivities with an all-school assembly involving cheers and… Read more
The Importance of Athletics
“…Physical activity can have an impact on cognitive skills and attitudes and academic behavior, all of which are important components of improved academic performance. These include enhanced concentration and attention… Read more
Getting the Word Out About Alaka’i!
We have NEW flyers! Please come to the office and take some with you to distribute in the community! Enrollment is open and we are looking to put the word… Read more
A Huge Mahalo
MAHALO to the Berginz family for our school’s new guitar! MAHALO to the Salamey family for our school’s first ukulele! MAHALO to Christine Ferguson, Leia Makaneole and the Tapia family… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Monday-Friday, March 11-15th: Alaka’i O Kaua’i SCHOOL SPIRIT WEEK! March 16-24th: SPRING BREAK Monday, March 25th: End of Enrollment Period Tuesday, March… Read more
Our Inaugural SCHOOL SPIRIT WEEK at Alaka’i O Kaua’i
Alaka’i O Kaua’i is celebrating its inaugural SPIRIT WEEK, starting tomorrow, Monday, March 11. Families are encouraged to send learners to school dressed up throughout the week in order to… Read more
Ohana Network Meetings
Our Ohana Network meets every third Thursday of the month at 2:45 p.m. The next meeting is Thursday, March 28th, at 2:45 p.m., to begin some exciting new projects in… Read more
Spring Break Camps Offered on Kaua’i
Here are two great options for Spring Break programs that have been shared with us by community organizations offering camps for children: Reef Guardians Hawaii is offering a Coral Reef… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Monday-Friday, March 11-15th: Alaka’i O Kaua’i SCHOOL SPIRIT WEEK! March 16-24th: SPRING BREAK Monday, March 25th: End of Enrollment Period Thursday, March… Read more
Seeking Office Helpers
We are looking for several individuals interested in helping in the main office on a weekly basis. Tasks for office volunteers include assisting students, answering phones, cleaning and organizing, and… Read more
Alaka’i Enrollment is Open for Next School Year!
Enrollment for school year 2019-2020 is open! Please spread the word that anyone interested in enrolling can obtain an application by clicking here or stopping by the school’s main office.… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Wednesday, Feb. 27: 8:15-9 a.m., Coffee & Conversation with Director Fred Thursday, Feb. 28: 4-5:30 p.m., Parent Info Night (for new prospective… Read more
Captain Mark Jeffers Visits Alaka’i
Last week, our school community was fortunate enough to receive a visit from Captain Mark Jeffers and his giant inflatable sea creatures. Our learners were thrilled to experience his presentation… Read more
Multicultural Education with Kinder Music
In Kindergarten, our Kinder Music program with Auntie Claire is exploring new songs in both Hawaiian and African languages. Keiki are learning to create and hold rhythms while singing “Obwisana”… Read more
Project-based Learning in First & Second Grade
Miss Kim and Miss Megan have begun their second unit in Project-Based Learning. First and second graders are learning about the world through their explorations with “Flat Stanley,” our literacy… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Monday, Feb. 18: NO SCHOOL (Presidents’ Day) Wednesday, Feb. 20: Reports of Progress will be sent home Thursday, Feb. 21: Mark Jeffers… Read more
A Friendly Reminder
Please remember to send your child to school with a change of clothes in their backpack and warm clothing on cooler days. Mahalo!
We Need Instruments!
Alaka’i is looking for instruments! If you have any percussion instruments (drums, rattles, shakers) you would like to donate, our Kinder Music program is looking for more rhythm-makers. We are… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Monday, Feb. 11: Reports of Progress sent home Wednesday, Feb. 13: NO SCHOOL (HTSA Institute Day) & Open House at 4 p.m.… Read more
National and State Testing
In approximately two weeks, we will begin the process of testing our learners to see how they measure up with other learners in the state of Hawaii, as well as… Read more
Mark Jeffers Comes to Alaka’i for Marine Eco-Tour Presentation
We are very excited to have Kaua’i’s own Mark Jeffers come share his Marine Eco-Tour Presentation with us on Thursday, February 21st. All classes will have the chance to participate… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Thursday, Feb. 7th: Ohana Network Meeting at 2:45 p.m. & Open House at 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11: Reports of Progress sent… Read more
Learning More About Project-Based Learning
Alakai’i O Kaua’i and iLEAD Schools are pleased to have Dr. Thom Markham, founder of PBL Global, visit our school this week to work with our staff on developing rigorous… Read more
Lemonade For Sale!
Learners from Miss Ashley’s third and fourth grade class have recently partnered up with Bizgenics, a nonprofit foundation whose goal is to empower kids to discover personal skills and learn positive… Read more
Rotary Club of Poipu Visits Alaka’i
Last week, the Rotary Club of Poipu visited our school. Members were given a tour of classrooms and campus and met with Director Fred Birkett about joining forces with their… Read more
Alaka’i Enrollment is Open!
We have opened enrollment for school year 2019-2020! Please spread the word that anyone interested in enrolling can obtain enrollment forms by visiting our website or stopping by the school’s… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Thursday, Jan. 31: End of First Semester Friday,Feb. 1: NO SCHOOL Thursday, Feb. 7 at 2:45 p.m.: Ohana Network Meeting Monday, Feb.… Read more
Alaka’i Kinder Music & Movement
We are very happy to share that our first music program has begun at Alaka’i O Kaua’i! Our very own Office Manager, Miss Claire, has started doing a weekly Kinder… Read more
We Are Expanding
There are lots of exciting changes underway at Alaka’i O Kaua’i, including expansion into new parts of our campus, adding: a new health room, staff lunch room, learner work room,… Read more
Intent To Re-Enroll & Registration for 2019-2020
Please keep your eyes open for Intent to Re-Enroll forms coming home with all learners this week. We ask that you please complete this form by Monday, February 4th to… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Monday, Jan. 21: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day observed (No School) Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 8:15 a.m.: Coffee & Conversation with Director… Read more
Preventing and Treating Ukus
Last week, we sent home an informational article: Preventing and Treating Ukus. This article was sent out due to a few incidents we’ve had at school regarding ukus (head lice).… Read more
Ohana Network has NEW Committee Leaders!
During our last Ohana Network meeting we met in our three committees — Fundraising, Outreach, and School Enrichment. Everyone had the chance to connect, get to know each other, and… Read more
Seeking Office Helpers
We are looking for several individuals interested in helping in the main office on a weekly basis. Tasks for office volunteers include assisting students, answering phones, cleaning and organizing, and… Read more
Friends of Alaka’i O Kaua’i Library
A HUGE THANK YOU to our group of parent volunteers helping organize our library! We are very thankful for all your hard work and dedication: Chad Long, Summer Dillberg, Amber… Read more
Enrollment for School Year 2019-2020
This Friday, January 25th, all of our families will receive Intent to Re-Enroll forms as well as copies of our new school application. Please return these forms to us no later… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Tuesday, Jan. 15: Love and Logic Parenting Workshop, 2:45-4 p.m. Jan. 21: No School – Martin Luther King Day observed Friday, Feb.… Read more
Love & Logic Parenting Workshop
Linda Krystek (former interim school director) will be offering a workshop called, “Parenting with Love and Logic,” Part 1, on Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 2:45-4 p.m. in the Alaka’i Library.… Read more
Searching for a Kumu & Educational Assistants
We want to let our ohana know that the search for a Hawaiian Kumu has begun! This particular Kumu is to help us plan and carry out Alaka’i’s very first… Read more
Attendance
We recently sent letters to every family regarding learner attendance. Please do not be alarmed if you received a letter concerning your child’s attendance. The purpose of the attendance letter… Read more
School Quality Survey
On Friday, the “School Quality Survey” form from the Department of Education was sent home with each child. The purpose of this survey is to provide the State Charter School… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Jan. 7: No School Jan. 8: Classes resume Jan. 10, 2:45 p.m.: Ohana Network Meeting in the Library Jan. 17: Photo Retake Day Jan.… Read more
A Few Reminders
When driving on our school road, PLEASE DRIVE 15 MPH! Although we are aware that everyone wants to make it to school on time, it is very important that we SLOW DOWN. We… Read more
Volunteers
We greatly appreciate our volunteers! A HUGE MAHALO to all of you who have been helping our little school thrive. Your presence makes a big impact for our teachers, staff,… Read more
Ohana Network
We are gearing up for some exciting new projects this new year, and would love your participation! Ohana Network participation forms will be sent home this week. If you are interested… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Dec. 24-Jan. 8: Winter Break (no school) Jan. 10, 2:45 p.m.: Ohana Network Meeting in the Library Jan. 21: No School – Martin… Read more
Presentation of Learning
Thank you to all of the families who came out to celebrate our first Presentation of Learning on Friday, Dec. 14. Our facilitators and learners were so excited to show… Read more
Discipline with Love and Logic
At Alaka’i O Kaua’i, our school-wide discipline policy is based on the foundational skills of Love and Logic. Love and Logic is a philosophy founded in 1977 by Jim Fay… Read more
Love and Logic Parenting Workshop on Jan. 15
Linda Krystek will be offering “Parenting with Love and Logic, Part 1” at Alaka’i O Kaua’i on Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 2:45-4 p.m. in the Library. Join us to learn… Read more
Ohana Network Membership
We sent home Ohana Network Membership forms on Friday. If you would like to join our school’s first parent/family organization, please return this form to the front office. Meetings will… Read more
Alaka’i Bumper Stickers & Pencils for Sale
We have some great Alaka’i O Kaua’i bumper stickers and pencils for sale in the front office. They are $2 per sticker; $1 per pencil.
Extra Change of Clothing for Your Keiki
Now that we are in the heart of mud season here at Mount Kahili, please be sure to put an extra change of clothes in your child’s backpack so they… Read more
Lost and Found
Please check the Lost and Found right outside the office for any items that may belong to your child. Any items not recovered by Winter Break will be donated to… Read more
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Facebook Page
Did you know that Alaka’i O Kaua’i has its own Facebook page? We invite you to “Follow” or “Like” our page to get the latest pictures, videos, and information about… Read more
The Giving Tree
The Giving Tree in our front office is to show our appreciation for all the hard work and time our facilitators at Alaka’i O Kaua’i invest with our keiki. In… Read more
School Photos
Our Photo Retake Day has been rescheduled to Thursday, January 17th. If your child was absent on the previous photo day, or you would like a picture retake, please put… Read more
Volunteer Requirements
At Alaka’i O Kaua’i, we love and appreciate all of our volunteers! If you haven’t already done so, please get a volunteer application and fingerprinting/background check packet if you intend… Read more