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Alaka’i O Kaua’i Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Self-Control
By definition, social-emotional learning (SEL) helps kids tap into their emotions and how they affect what they do. So it should follow that an essential component of SEL is an… Read more
Upcoming Events
December 20-January 3 – Winter Break January 4 – Start of spring semester Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar See what our families are… Read more
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Announcing the 2021-22 DreamUp to Space Team
We’re over the moon to announce the top proposal in Alaka’i O Kuau’i Charter School’s DreamUp to Space Mission & Experiment Design Challenge, 2021-22. Proposals and videos from seven finalist… Read more
Upcoming Events
December 13th – Board Meeting at 5:00 pm Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar See what our families are saying about Alaka’i O Kaua’i!
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Upcoming Events
December 13th – Board Meeting at 5:00 pm Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar See what our families are saying about Alaka’i O Kaua’i!
Shop Amazon for FREE Fund-raising for Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi!
Did you know you can help Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi grow and provide additional resources by just doing the things you’re already doing every day? We call this “passive fundraising.” Through… Read more
Shop Amazon for FREE Fund-raising for Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi!
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Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Culture: Social Intelligence
In the Alaka’i O Kaua’i approach to project-based learning, which produces well-rounded kids, social intelligence is a key component of whole-child development. What do we mean by social intelligence? It’s… Read more
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Upcoming Events
November 24th – Multicultural Day – CANCELLED November 25th – Thanksgiving Day – School Holiday November 26th – School Holiday December 1st – No Hoa O’ Alaka’i, Friends of Alaka’i… Read more
Upcoming Events
November 15th – Board Meeting at 5:00 pm November 19th – Turkey Trot November 24th – Multicultural Day November 25th – Thanksgiving Day – School Holiday November 26th – School… Read more
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Did you know you can help Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi grow and provide additional resources by just doing the things you’re already doing every day? We call this “passive fundraising.” Through… Read more
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Culture: Whole-Child Development
Last week we introduced the importance of social-emotional learning at Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School. Social-emotional learning is integral to our whole-child educational approach. A whole-child mindset means that we… Read more
Upcoming Events
November 11th – Veterans’ Day – School Holiday November 12th – Announcement Of DreamUp To Space Finalist November 15th – Board Meeting at 5:00 pm November 19th – Turkey Trot… Read more
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Gratitude
“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include… Read more
Honoring Our Veterans
Veterans’ Day is a public holiday held on the anniversary of the end of World War I (November 11) to honor US veterans and victims of all wars. Veterans’ Day… Read more
Pumpkins for Science, Math and Social Emotional Skills
Recently, kindergarteners learn to use their senses to explore and learn about pumpkins. With support from their 3rd grade buddies, they worked on understanding number sense related to quantity, as… Read more
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Did you know you can help Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi grow and provide additional resources by just doing the things you’re already doing every day? We call this “passive fundraising.” Through… Read more
Pumpkins for Science, Math and Social Emotional Skills
Recently, kindergarteners learn to use their senses to explore and learn about pumpkins. With support from their 3rd grade buddies, they worked on understanding number sense related to quantity, as… Read more
Upcoming Events
November 3rd – No Hoa O’ Alaka’i, Friends of Alaka’i PTN Meeting November 4th – Dress Rehearsal for Presentation Of Learning – DreamUp To Space November 5th – Wala’au Meeting… Read more
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Optimism
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is one of the core elements of the Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School approach to education. Through social-emotional learning, learners understand and manage emotions, set and achieve… Read more
Podcasts Are Effective Learning Tool In Class, At Home
Podcasts have become extremely popular. But they are not only popular with adults. They can be very popular with young learners as well. Podcasts can provide new subject matter that… Read more
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Did you know you can help Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi grow and provide additional resources by just doing the things you’re already doing every day? We call this “passive fundraising.” Through… Read more
Upcoming Events
October 29th – Trunk or Treat November 3rd – No Hoa O’ Alaka’i, Friends of Alaka’i PTN Meeting November 5th – Wala’au Meeting from 10:00 am – 11:00 am Click… Read more
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Culture: Social-Emotional Learning
In our approach to education at Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School, we emphasize methods that foster learners’ social-emotional learning. Social-emotional learning is the process through which learners understand and manage… Read more
Podcasts Are Effective Learning Tool In Class, At Home
Podcasts have become extremely popular. But they are not only popular with adults. They can be very popular with young learners as well. Podcasts can provide new subject matter that… Read more
TED Talks For Parents
TED Talks are a terrific resource for learning. They are often entertaining, but they also open our minds to new ideas and life experiences. We have compiled a short list… Read more
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Did you know you can help Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi grow and provide additional resources by just doing the things you’re already doing every day? We call this “passive fundraising.” Through… Read more
Upcoming Events
October 18th – Board Meeting at 5:00 pm October 29th – Trunk or Treat November 3rd – No Hoa O’ Alaka’i, Friends of Alaka’i PTN Meeting November 5th – Wala’au… Read more
Honoring Our Director DJ Adams
On Friday, October 8th, Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School honored our Director DJ Adams for his tireless dedication to helping make our school a special place where learners can thrive.… Read more
Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi Charter School Culture: Real-World Experiences
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School emphasizes 21st-century skills and preparing learners for the work world, and tangible experiences help elevate the learning process. Examples include our third graders’ podcast; our… Read more
TED Talks For Parents
TED Talks are a terrific resource for learning. They are often entertaining, but they also open our minds to new ideas and life experiences. We have compiled a short list… Read more
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Did you know you can help Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi grow and provide additional resources by just doing the things you’re already doing every day? We call this “passive fundraising.” Through… Read more
Upcoming Events
October 11 – 15 – Fall Break Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar See what our families are saying about Alaka’i O Kaua’i!
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Culture: Building 21st-Century Skills
At Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School, what’s important is not only ensuring learners are receiving an academically well-rounded education but also that they have the tools they need to succeed… Read more
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Did you know you can help Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi grow and provide additional resources by just doing the things you’re already doing every day? We call this “passive fundraising.” Through… Read more
5 Ways PBL Facilitates Lifelong Learning
We are hearing more and more each day about the changing world of work and what type of skills will define the success of today’s students and future professionals. Outside… Read more
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, October 6 School Photos – Photo Spectrum from 9am – 12pm Wednesday, October 6 No Hoa O’ Alaka’i, Friends of Alaka’i PTN Meeting from 5pm – 6pm Click here… Read more
Exploring Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School Culture: Habit 7 of the 7 Habits
Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of articles on the pillars of Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School’s educational philosophy and approach. So here we are. We’ve explored six… Read more
5 Ways PBL Facilitates Lifelong Learning
We are hearing more and more each day about the changing world of work and what type of skills will define the success of today’s students and future professionals. Outside… Read more
What is Your Learning Style?
How do you learn best? Learners are often identified as a certain type: visual, auditory, or kinesthetic, and each type has some common traits. Visual learners – Learn by seeing… Read more
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Culture: Project-Based Learning
Spend even just a few moments inquiring about the Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi approach to education, and one of the first things you’ll hear about is project-based learning, or PBL. It’s… Read more
Upcoming Events
Friday, October 1 Wala’au Meeting from 10am – 11am Wednesday, October 6 School Photos – Photo Spectrum from 9am – 12pm Wednesday, October 6 No Hoa O’ Alaka’i, Friends of… Read more
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Did you know you can help Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi grow and provide additional resources by just doing the things you’re already doing every day? We call this “passive fundraising.” Through… Read more
Virtual Reality Lab Available
VIRTUAL REALITY LAB “VR is perfect for kids who are thriving in the virtual environment. It offers them a way to gain physical presence. They can go for a walk… Read more
Exploring Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School Culture: Habit 6 of the 7 Habits
Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of articles on the pillars of Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School’s educational philosophy and approach. Whether in the classroom, the workplace, relationships,… Read more
Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi Culture: Project-Based Learning
Spend even just a few moments inquiring about the Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi approach to education, and one of the first things you’ll hear about is project-based learning, or PBL. It’s… Read more
Shop Amazon for FREE Fund-raising for Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi!
Did you know you can help Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi grow and provide additional resources by just doing the things you’re already doing every day? We call this “passive fundraising.” Through… Read more
Virtual Reality Lab Available
VIRTUAL REALITY LAB “VR is perfect for kids who are thriving in the virtual environment. It offers them a way to gain physical presence. They can go for a walk… Read more
Upcoming Events
Friday, September 24 We will be hosting our second annual “Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Ninja Warrior” competition on Friday, September 24th for any interested learner. The participants attempt to… Read more
Exploring Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School Culture: Habit 5 of the 7 Habits
Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of articles on the pillars of Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School’s educational philosophy and approach. They say communication is key, but if… Read more
Virtual Reality Lab Available
VIRTUAL REALITY LAB “VR is perfect for kids who are thriving in the virtual environment. It offers them a way to gain physical presence. They can go for a walk… Read more
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Culture: Whole-Child Development
Last week we introduced the importance of social-emotional learning at Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School. Social-emotional learning is integral to our whole-child educational approach. A whole-child mind-set means that we… Read more
Alaka’i O Kaua’i 2nd Grade “Leader in Me” Music Video
At the end of the 2020-21 school year, Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School 2nd graders made this fun music video celebrating the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Watch to… Read more
Upcoming Events
Friday, September 17th Fire Knife Dancing Performance Monday, September 20 Board Meeting from 5pm – 6pm Friday, September 24 We will be hosting our second annual “Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter… Read more