School news and events for the week of {date}
As I was walking to school last week, I happened upon one of my kindergarten facilitators. I asked her, “How is project-based learning working out with such young learners?” She replied, “It is the best way for children to learn at their level of understanding and development.” I was struck by her response, because she made it clear to me that kindergarten learners gain a better understanding of the concept they are being taught through hands-on learning, which is the foundation of project-based learning, the foundation of our curriculum.
Take a look at the picture above to see the project Ms. Ari’s kindergarten class was working on.
Frederick A. Birkett, Ed.M
Alaka’i O Kaua’i Charter School Director
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 nationally. While Alaka`i O Kaua`i Charter School does not believe that standardized tests are the only way to measure the academic progress our learners are… 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 in his educational program about marine life, including the chance to step inside the belly of a whale! Mark brings his two inflatable marine creatures… Read more
