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Category "Monday Message"
04
Apr
Director’s Message
Aloha, Alaka’i O Kaua’i Families, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, is the official Hawaii statewide start date for all schools to provide online educational enrichment. Unlike many of the public charter and traditional schools in our state, we come to online enrichment with the advantage of a relationship with iLEAD Schools, who provide support services to… Read more
04
Apr
Welcome to PowerSchool, an Online Enrichment Opportunity for Alaka’i O Kaua’i
Welcome to your Online Learning Enrichment Experience: PowerSchool! We are excited to provide enrichment opportunities to our learners on this platform. Log in to PowerSchool: http://ileadonline.learning.powerschool.com Username: Firstname.Lastname or firstname.lastname Password: changeme Please note that sign-in is case sensitive. If you are experiencing difficulty, please see the instructions here. To submit a request for help, please submit… Read more
04
Apr
5 Ways to Set Up for Online Learning Enrichment Success!
Originally published by iLEAD Online Online learning enrichment has many benefits. Flexibility in where and when you learn and the ability to design your own learning space are two of them. But successful online learning enrichment requires some thought. Unlike a traditional classroom, online learning enrichment requires learners to take more ownership of what and… Read more
04
Apr
Organizing Your Remote Learning Schedule
After you have organized a space that works well for your child to access enrichment opportunities remotely, what’s next? Let’s talk about organizing your learner’s day! We’ve provided sample daily schedules here, including one that’s great for working families. Take a look, and you can start to work toward a routine that suits your family’s… Read more
04
Apr
Online Enrichment Resources
Are you looking for some fun, enriching activities and learning opportunities for your kids? Take a look at the resources below! Learning Enrichment Resources Edmentum: Reading and Math Khan Prodigy Kidztype Additional Free Online Resources for Extension Activities Classroom Magazines Scholastic ABCya GoNoodle Story Board That PBS Learning Media Starfall Mystery Science Newsela No Red… Read more
04
Apr
Distance Learning Next Steps: A Free Webinar Series Meeting Every Thursday!
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04
Apr
Additional Free Enrichment Resources: Home Schooling Answers
For additional resources for learning enrichment at home at all grade levels, visit homeschoolinganswers.com. Home Schooling Answers is brought to you by veteran homeschool professional educators from nonprofit iLEAD Education and Maker Learning Network. This is provided as a public service to the community at large worldwide who find themselves suddenly homeschooling during the COVID-19 pandemic. The… Read more
29
Mar
Director’s Message
Aloha, Alaka’i O Kaua’i Families, The health and well-being of our learners and staff is our number-one priority. As you’ve likely heard, the Governor has instituted a state-wide lockdown until April 30 to mitigate the COVID-19 outbreak. On March 24, School Superintendent Kishimoto continued the closure of school facilities through April 30 but emphasized that… Read more
29
Mar
Third Grade PBL: Making a Podcast
Driving Question: How can we create a podcast for Alaka’i O Kaua’i that effectively shares the vibrancy of our learning with our community? Learners found inspiration while listening to several other podcasts in class and learned concepts in each subject. Podcasts for children that brought us inspiration were as follows: But Why (social studies) Kauai… Read more
29
Mar
Kindergarteners Have Fun in Their Mud Kitchen and Learn New Concepts
In Alaka’i’s outdoor play-based classroom, we’re starting with a mud kitchen and a loose-parts center. Mud kitchens are an excellent source of learning for children. There are several great resources on the Being Makers website that explain the benefits of mud kitchens and outdoor classrooms. Mud kitchens foster children’s creativity, social-emotional skills, problem-solving skills, and… Read more
25
Mar
Raising Responsible Kids with Love and Logic: Making the Internet Safer for Your Kids
By Dr. Charles Fay of Love and Logic Love and Logic is the school-wide discipline program embraced by Alaka’i O Kaua’i. According to a survey from the Love and Logic Institute, one in five American parents is more concerned about the negative impact of the Internet than of television, friends, movies, or even popular music.… Read more
21
Mar
Upcoming Events
Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar Click here for the most current information regarding modified operations, including meal services.
21
Mar
1st Grade Presentation of Learning: Healthy Earth, Healthy Me
Before the break, Ms. Joeanne’s first grade class hosted their Presentation of Learning for Healthy Earth, Healthy Me. Their driving question was “How can we help keep our environment and ourselves healthy?” Children began their investigation by going on a walking tour over the grounds of Alaka’i O Kaua’i with Mr. Jon. They investigated, observed,… Read more
08
Mar
Alaka`i O Kaua`i Learners Present Their Project-Based Learning
We ended the month of February with our 5th and 6th graders displaying what they learned about Native Americans and how to make pop-up books through the use of mathematical concepts. 5th grade, Ms. Collette Oguin Ms. Collette Oguin’s 5th graders studied the lives of indigenous Americans in the 1400s-1600s and how the geography of… Read more
05
Mar
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 of the seven habits and why they’re important to us and our learners at Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School, and hopefully by this point you… Read more
04
Mar
Spring Break Options for Your Learners!
Looking for fun activities for your children during Spring Break? We’ve included some options at Poipu Beach Athletic Club! (Note: Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School is not affiliated with this provider, but we are sharing the information as a courtesy to our families.) Poipu Beach Athletic Club has two amazing programs happening during Spring Break.… Read more
25
Feb
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, or life in general, learning to compromise can be an important and helpful tool. However, what if there were a way to even further enrich… Read more
22
Feb
Leaders of Their Own Learning: Learner-Led Conferences
Aloha, Alaka`i O Kaua`i Families, Last week, Alaka`i O Kaua`i held Learner-Led Conferences (LLCs). Unlike traditional parent-teacher conferences, the learner is not only present but in charge of explaining their progress, reflecting on accomplishments, and reviewing progress on their Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) goals, which were set at the beginning of the year. For learners… Read more
22
Feb
Upcoming Events
Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar March 12: Kindergarten Open House March 16-20: Spring Break March 26: Kuhio Day April 19: Earth Day Community Event and Fundraiser
19
Feb
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 we lack understanding in our relationships and interactions, how can we ever hope to truly, clearly communicate? This week, we’re examining Habit #5: Seek First… Read more
19
Feb
Summer Camp Now Enrolling!
Aloha! We’re excited to share an incredible learning opportunity for summer break! Learners who will be entering 7th-12th grade in the fall of 2020 are invited to Camp Kahili! There are four weeks available to campers (June 21-July 18), and you can opt to stay for one, two, three…or all four weeks! Community. Culture. Adventure. Campers will… Read more
16
Feb
Upcoming Events
Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar 2/17: Presidents’ Day – No School 2/20: Minimum Day 2/20-21: Learner-Led Conferences 3/16-20: Spring Break 3/26: Kuhio Day
13
Feb
Uncle Willie K Benefit Concert for Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School February 22!
Update Feb. 18, 2020: Aloha, Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Family and Supporters, It is with sadness and great respect for Uncle Willie K that we must inform you the Benefit Concert for Alaka’i O Kaua’i, which was scheduled for February 22, has been canceled. Uncle Willie K is facing some health issues, so we are allowing him time… Read more
09
Feb
Uncle Willie K Benefit Concert for Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School February 22!
Update Feb. 18, 2020: Aloha, Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Family and Supporters, It is with sadness and great respect for Uncle Willie K that we must inform you the Benefit Concert for Alaka’i O Kaua’i, which was scheduled for February 22, has been canceled. Uncle Willie K is facing some health issues, so we are allowing him time… Read more
08
Feb
Upcoming Events
Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar 2/10: Paradise Park Amusement Park – 2nd Grade POL, 2:00-3:00 p.m. 2/13: Learner-Free Day – Institute Day for Staff 2/14: Kids Heart Challenge 2/17: Presidents’ Day – No School 2/20: Minimum Day 2/20-21: Learner-Led Conferences
08
Feb
‘Paradise Park Amusement Park’ – 2nd Grade POL February 10
On Monday, February 10, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., our 2nd graders will have a Presentation of Learning called Paradise Park Amusement Park. Miss Brown and the learners will present a slideshow about the driving question: “How can we create an amusement park with fun-filled rides using math, science, and engineering?” Pictures and short video… Read more
08
Feb
Our Learners Exhibit Habit #5: Seek First to Understand!
On Friday, January 31, we held a school assembly that recognized our learners for exhibiting the 7 Habits, part of our social-emotional curriculum. Our learners represented Habit #5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood. Representing this habit helps our learners and staff make Alaka`i O Kaua`i school a very special place.
07
Feb
Exploring Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School Culture: Habit 4 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. “In the long run, if it isn’t a win for both of us, we both lose. That’s why win-win is the only real alternative in interdependent realities.” — Dr. Stephen Covey This week,… Read more
06
Feb
Seeking Volunteers and Donations for Earth Day Silent Auction
We are looking for parents or friends of the school who are involved in the community to donate to our upcoming Earth Day Event Silent Auction. We’re also seeking helpers! More details for the event will be coming soon!
05
Feb
Presidents’ Day Weekend – Kids Day Camp at Poipu Club
Looking for fun activities for your children during Presidents’ Day weekend? We’ve included an option nearby! See below to learn about Kids Day Camp at Poipu Club. (Note: Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School is not affiliated with this provider, but we are sharing this information as a courtesy to our families.)
03
Feb
Alaka’i O Kaua’i at Kukui Grove Center’s Gifts from the Heart Weekend Event!
We will have a table at the Kukui Grove Center this Sunday, February 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to make Valentine’s Day cards with the keiki and do outreach for our school during the Gifts from the Heart Make & Take Craft Event. We hope to see you there!
01
Feb
Our Learners Exhibit Habit #5: Seek First to Understand!
Last Friday, we had an assembly to honor each of our learners for exhibiting Habit 5 of the 7 Habits: “Seek First To Understand, Then To Be Understood.” Learners and staff are working to implement all of the habits from Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, and it has been a rewarding and… Read more
31
Jan
Exploring Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School Culture: Habit 3 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. You can find more articles by clicking here. This week, we look at Habit #3: Put First Things First. This habit, which all of us at Alaka`i O Kaua`i are working to… Read more
29
Jan
Upcoming Events
Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar 2/9: Alaka ‘i O Kaua ‘i Valentine’s Day card-making at Kukui Grove Center’s Gifts from the Heart, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. 2/13: Learner-Free Day – Institute Day for Staff 2/14: Kids Heart Challenge 2/17: Presidents’ Day – No School 2/20: Minimum Day… Read more
26
Jan
Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School Introduces Kindness Club!
Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School is special because of our curriculum focus. The two main pillars of our curriculum are Project-Based Learning and Social-Emotional Learning. Last week, a new school club was formed to support the social-emotional needs of our learners. Our 4th grade facilitator, Ms. Kate, and a 4th grade parent, Mrs. Sally Nichols,… Read more
24
Jan
Please Join Us: 4th Grade Presentations of Learning This Friday!
Driving Question: What value did the Wa’a Kaulua have in ancient Hawaii, and what about the design made it functional? Learn from our 4th graders! Date: Friday, January 30 Time: 10:00- 10:45 a.m.
24
Jan
Alaka`i O Kaua`i Is Taking the Kids Heart Challenge!
Our school has officially kicked off Kids Heart Challenge with the American Heart Association. Be sure to check your learner’s backpack for all the details. We are learning how to keep our hearts happy and healthy! Get started now by downloading the FREE APP called Kids Heart Challenge for Apple or Android OR visit www.heart.org/kidsheartchallenge and search Alaka’i O Kauai Charter School to join our team, then click on the… Read more
24
Jan
Alaka`i O Kaua`i Kindergarteners Celebrated 100 Days of School!
On January 21, our kindergarteners had a fantastic time celebrating the 100th day of school by participating in lots of fun activities, including dressing up like they were 100 years old!
24
Jan
Upcoming Events
Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar 1/27: Board Meeting 1/31: 4th Grade Presentations of Learning, 10:00-10:45 a.m. 2/14: Kids Heart Challenge
22
Jan
Exploring Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School Culture: Habit 2 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. You can find more articles by clicking here. When was the last time you went on a trip to a new place without first looking up directions? Unless you have a superhuman… Read more
22
Jan
Board Meeting at Alaka`i O Kaua`i January 27
As a reminder, due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this month’s board meeting will be held on Monday, January 27, instead of the third Monday of the month. Anyone who would like to have a more informal conversation, ask questions, or share information with the board is invited to come to the meetings early… Read more
16
Jan
Exploring Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School Culture: Habit 1 of the 7 Habits
Last week, we introduced a vital element of Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School’s approach to education — The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Learning and practicing the 7 Habits has been instrumental to our learners’ success living out the Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School motto of “free to think, inspired to lead” — not… Read more
16
Jan
Board Meeting at Alaka`i O Kaua`i January 27
Due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this month’s board meeting will be held on Monday, January 27, instead of the third Monday of the month. Anyone who would like to have a more informal conversation, ask questions, or share information with the board is invited to come to the meetings early (at 4:00 p.m.)… Read more
10
Jan
Exploring Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School Culture: The 7 Habits
We’re happy to introduce a new series of articles in the Monday Message, aimed at unpacking some of the essentials of the Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School educational model. Our educational model is driven by much more than simply making sure children are good students. Rather, it’s focused on equipping them to be lifelong learners… Read more
10
Jan
Alaka`i O Kaua`i Spelling Bee Results Are In!
Congrats to our Alaka‘i O Kaua‘i Spelling Bee champ, Isabella Salamey (4th grade), and all our spellers! Our top two spellers will advance to the Kauai District Bee on January 16 at Chiefess Middle School cafeteria at 6:00 p.m. We held the Alaka‘i O Kaua‘i Spelling Bee for grades 4-6 on Friday, January 10, in… Read more
10
Jan
Extra Clothes for Rainy Days
Ah, rain! There’s been a lot of it lately, and sometimes that results in muddy clothes. Parents and guardians of learners in ALL grades, we encourage you to send an extra change of clothes and shoes for rainy days to keep your kids clean, dry, and comfortable so they can focus on another fun-filled day… Read more
10
Jan
Upcoming Events
Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar 1/20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – no school 1/23: Jump for Heart Assembly 1/27: Board Meeting
02
Jan
Upcoming Events
Click here for the School Calendar Click here for the Community Calendar 1/6: Learner-Free Day (Staff PL) 1/7: Classes Resume 1/10: School Spelling Bee for Grades 4-6 1/23: Jump for Heart Assembly
02
Jan
Friday, January 10: Alaka`i O Kaua`i Spelling Bee
We are holding the Alaka‘i O Kaua‘i Spelling Bee for grades 4-6 on Friday, January 10, at 11:30 a.m. in our gymnasium. The top speller from our school will receive a free one-year subscription to Britannica Kids! The Alaka‘i O Kaua‘i Spelling Bee will include only spelling, not vocabulary. This spelling bee is open to… Read more
13
Dec
Upcoming Events
Click here for the school calendar 12/20: Facilitator Workday 12/23-1/3: Winter Break 1/6: Learner-Free Day (Staff PL) 1/7: Classes Resume
13
Dec
Classroom Holiday Wish Lists
Aloha, Alaka’i O Kaua’i Families! Please consider donating to your child’s classroom for the holidays. Each wish list is below. Every little bit helps our facilitators and keeps our learners happy and excited to come in each and every day! We appreciate you for choosing Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School, and we wish you a… Read more
13
Dec
Alaka`i O Kaua`i’s First Annual Winter Production
Last Friday, December 13, 2019, was a very exciting day for everyone at Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School, because we had our very first annual Winter Production! Our music teacher, Elizabeth Lawson, who joined us this year to direct our school-wide music program, drew the best out of our learners. All learners in K-7 performed beautifully,… Read more
13
Dec
Nearby Winter Break Activities
Looking for fun activities for your children during Winter Break? We’ve included some options nearby! See below to learn about Poipu Beach Athletic Club’s Winter Break Events as well as Healing Horses Kaua’i’s Winter Break Horsemanship and Riding Camps. (Note: Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School is not affiliated with these providers, but we are sharing… Read more
06
Dec
Kindergarten Project-Based Learning in the Garden!
Our kindergarteners are in the midst of a project-based learning unit on gardening. They’re learning what’s needed to create a successful garden and what plants need to thrive. Our driving question is “How can we make our garden into a beautiful reality?” Through many hands-on activities, learners are mapping and constructing a bird’s-eye-view picture of… Read more
06
Dec
Upcoming Events
Click here for the school calendar 12/20: Facilitator Workday 12/23-1/3: Winter Break 1/6: Learner-Free Day (Staff PL)
21
Nov
Alaka`i O Kaua`i School Office Staff
Alaka`i O Kaua`i School is well into its second year of operation. Consequently, we are still putting policies, procedures, and systems in place to provide an outstanding learning environment for learners and staff. As with many new organizations, we have had many updates to our staffing, from facilitators to education assistants. In addition, we have… Read more
