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
Category "Monday Message"
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
Reminders Regarding Arrival and Dismissal
Please note that school begins at 8:15 a.m. Please drop your child off by 8:10 a.m. so they make it to class on time. This is very important for the… Read more
Seeking a Few Winter Break Volunteers
Hanging out on Kauai for winter break? Looking for a way to support your school? We are looking for just a few volunteers to help paint and reorganize a certain… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Friday, Dec. 14, 12:30-1:40 p.m.: PBL Presentation of Learning (POL) – All Grades Dec. 24-Jan. 8: Winter Break (no school) Jan. 10,… Read more
Lights on Rice Parade
Alaka’i O Kaua’i participated in the Lights on Rice Parade on Friday, Dec. 7. We had a great turnout of families and staff draped in lights and wearing holiday apparel,… Read more
School Garden
Our K-7th learners have been hard at work in the school garden this week in preparation for the Presentation of Learning on Dec. 14. Mr. Jon, our wonderful facilities manager,… Read more
Library Book Drive
We are actively working to expand our school and classroom libraries. We welcome new or gently used children’s books, ranging in level from kindergarten to middle school, of varying topics… 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
School photos went home yesterday with our learners. If you ordered photos and did not receive your child’s packet, please let us know. Our Photo Retake Day has been rescheduled… Read more
Writers’ Workshop
Writer’s Workshop is the framework for writing instruction and practice that is used in our Alaka’i O Kaua’i K-7th classrooms. The curriculum that will be utilized is the Units of… 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
Seeking a Few Winter Break Volunteers
Hanging out on Kauai for winter break? Looking for a way to support your school? We are looking for just a few volunteers to help paint and reorganize a certain… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Dec. 4: Coffee and Conversation, 8:15 a.m. in the library Dec. 5: Alaka’i Ohana Network, 2:45 p.m. in the library Dec. 7: Lights on Rice Parade, 5:30… Read more
Lights Lights LIGHTS! — Info on the Lights on Rice Parade
We hope that all our ohana can participate with us in the Lights on Rice Parade this Friday! This week we are collecting donations of Christmas lights, glow sticks, Santa… Read more
Reminders Regarding Arrival and Dismissal
Please note that school begins at 8:15 a.m. Please drop your child off by 8:10 a.m. so they make it to class on time. This is very important for the… Read more
Take a Seat at the Buddy Bench
Our learners love hanging out together at our school’s buddy bench. A buddy bench is a simple idea to eliminate loneliness and foster friendship on the playground. Alaka’i O Kaua’i… Read more
Walmart Foundation Grant
Alaka’i recently got a shipment of new iPads and Chromebooks for our keiki, thanks to a Walmart Foundation Grant of $32,500. We are so thankful for this generous gift, which… Read more
Top Ten Benefits of a Flexible Seating Classroom
Walk into any classroom at Alaka’i O Kaua’i, and you notice something is different. You won’t find learners seated in traditional rows of desks during instruction. Flexible seating helps create… Read more
Seeking a Few Winter Break Volunteers
Hanging out on Kauai for winter break? Looking for a way to support your school? We are looking for just a few volunteers to help paint and reorganize a certain… Read more
iLEAD Students Prepare for Launch to Space Station
A team of iLEAD students is preparing to send a science experiment aboard the SpaceX-16 Falcon 9 rocket to the International Space Station (ISS) scheduled to launch on December 4.… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Nov 26, 2:45 p.m.: Alaka’i Ohana Network (Parent support organization) Friday, Dec. 14, 12:30-1:40 p.m.: PBL Presentation of Learning (POL) – All… Read more
Lights on Rice Parade
Alaka’i O Kaua’i will be participating in the Lights on Rice Parade on Friday, December 7th! Please join us for this fun event! We would love to have as many… Read more
Alaka’i Ohana Network
We are very excited that our Ohana Network (our own version of a PTA) is up and running! We’ve had two productive meetings so far, and will hold our third… Read more
Office Volunteers Needed
We are looking for office helpers! Parent volunteers would be greatly appreciated to help answer phones, assist with student questions, pass out ice packs or bandaids, and provide general office… Read more
Winter Break Projects – Facilities Beautification
We have several projects over the Winter Break (after New Year’s Day) around campus. We will be looking for volunteers to help paint, organize, and move furniture. Please let us… Read more
Driving Reminder
Please remember to DRIVE WITH ALOHA! As a community, we all share our school road. Please be mindful of your speed, passing with care (only if necessary), and practice patience… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Wednesday, Nov. 21: Early Dismissal at 1:40 p.m. Nov. 22-23: Thanksgiving Break Friday, Dec. 14: PBL Presentation of Learning (POL) – All… Read more
Welcoming Our New Director
We are pleased to announce that our new director, Frederick Birkett, will be joining us this week. Mr. Birkett comes to us with many years of experience as a charter… Read more
Lessons from the Character Lab
Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, “Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of true education.” At Alaka’i O Kaua’i, our goal is to make this vision a reality.… Read more
Rockin’ Around the Clock for Our 50th Day
It was the 50th day of school on Friday, Nov. 16, and what better way to celebrate than to dress up ’50s style and Rock Around the Clock!
Writing to Pen Pals
Miss Frenette’s class is learning how to write friendly letters to their pen pals in Oklahoma.
10 Questions to Ask Your Child About Their Day at School
Do you ever ask your child about how his or her day went and get a one-word answer? Read this article to find out 10 questions that are great conversation… Read more
Driving Reminder
Please remember to DRIVE WITH ALOHA! As a community, we all share our school road. Please be mindful of your speed, passing with care (only if necessary), and practice patience… Read more
Upcoming Events
(Please see the school calendar for more information) Nov. 12: Veterans Day (no school) Nov. 16: Noon, Multicultural Feast (Family Potluck) Nov. 22-23: Thanksgiving Break
The Importance of Learning Outside
I love to see learning “al fresco,” as I call it, at Alaka’i O Kaua’i. This week, during my “rounds,” I observed a class doing a writers’ workshop outside under… Read more
Literacy Instruction at Alaka’i O Kaua’i
Dr. Seuss sums up the magic of reading in the following quote: “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more… Read more
MAP NWEA Computer Adaptive Testing
Our learners were able to begin MAP testing last week, which will provide valuable information about the skills and concepts they have already mastered and what they are ready to… Read more
Heads-Up from the Health Office!
It’s uku (lice) season, and we wanted to share some information from the Hawaii DOE about prevention, identification, and treatment. The school health practice for ukus will include: Inspection by… Read more
Multicultural Thanksgiving Feast
We will hold our first annual Multicultural Feast on Friday, Nov. 16, at noon. All families are welcome to join us for the festivities. This tradition will be a wonderful… Read more