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Friday October 5 – Goal Setting Conference Day Friday October 5 – Scholastic Book Fair FINAL DAY, 7:30am-3:oopm, Learning Commons Monday October 8 to Friday October 12 – Fall Break Thursday October 18 – Friends of Wai’alae School October Meeting, 5:30pm- 6:45pm, Dining Hall Wednesday October 24 – Kona Ice (Grade 4 & Grade 5) Fundraiser, 1:30pm Wednesday October 24 – Wai’alae Governing School Board Meeting, 6:00pm- 8:00pm, Learning Commons Saturday October 27 – Friends of Wai’alae School Halloween Social, 6:00pm- 8:30pm, B-building Courtyard

Announcements & Reminders

GOAL SETTING CONFERENCES: Conference Day is this Friday (October 5th). No regular classes for students.

SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR: The Scholastic Book Fair ends on this Friday. Shop before or after your conference appointment.

FALL BREAK (OCTOBER 8 THROUGH 12): The Office will maintain its regular office hours during the Fall Break.

FRIENDS OF WAI’ALAE SCHOOL MONTHY MEETING: The October Friends of Wai’alae School meeting is scheduled for Thursday October 18th. A flyer with details and an RSVP form was distributed through the classrooms.

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FALL CONCERT TICKETS: Wai’alae’s Kindergarten to Grade 5 Fall Concert is scheduled for Monday November 19th. Due to limited seating, initial ticket distribution is limited to 2 tickets for each Kindergarten to Grade 5 FAMILY. An email message was sent last week and a flyer with details was distributed to Kindergarten to Grade 5 students today (October 3rd.)

FALL CONCERT TSHIRTS: Correction to Concert Tshirt order deadline - the deadline to place an order is Monday October 22nd. A flyer with details and an order form was distributed through the classrooms last week.

FWS HALLOWEEN SOCIAL: The Friends of Wai’alae School is having a Halloween Social on Saturday October 27th from 6:00pm to 8:30pm in the B-building courtyard. Orders for pumpkins and reservations for the Silent DJ Dance Booth are being taken. A flyer with details and the order form was distributed through the classrooms.

STEMFEST: Students in Grades 2 through 5 are invited to participate in Future Flight Hawaii’s STEMFEST event on Saturday December 8th in the Wai’alae School Dining Hall. See attached flyer for details and the RSVP form.

Community Information

ASTRONAUT LACY VEACH DAY OF DISCOVERY: This year’s Astronaut Lacy Veach Day of Discovery will be held on Saturday October 27th at Punahou School. This FREE event invites students in Grades 3 to 12, parents, and educators to take part in interactive displays, workshops, and presentations. Wai’alae’s very own CEO/Head of School, Mr. Constantinou, will be leading a workshop called “Story Telling with Ozobots”! Enrollment in this event is limited, register at: http://www.spacegrant.hawaii.edu/Day-of-discovery/ See attached flyer for additional details.

MIDDLE SCHOOL INFORMATION: Please see attached list of information about options for Middle School.

FALL CAMP INFO

Monday, October 8th - Friday, October 12th 2018

Movement Fun with Circus Olina 8:30am-2:30pm age 5-12

Circus Olina has created an exciting program, based around movement exercises in circus and dance. Your child will be moving a lot! Throughout the day we have different activities planned for you. The day will be split into 3 main activity blocks. The activity blocks will vary; everyday will feature circus activities/ disciplines. Circus disciplines for example are juggling, spinning plate, balance beam, walking globe or hula hooping. On our first day of camp kids get introduced to those different disciplines and the following days we will continue to practice them in a fun and age appropriate way.

This program works on and increases students’ balance, coordination, confidence, and team working skills. Learning circus skills can increase the development of students' motor skills, improve muscle tone, increase balance and develop better equilibrium reactions. Dancing will booth your child’s self-confident level.

Unicycling course 3-4:30pm age 7-12

You are 7 years old or older, than you can stay with us for the whole day and join us for some unicycling fun right after the Movement Camp! Daily from 3-4:30pm (2:30- 3pm recess for students who stay). Coordination, balance, and endurance are the key components if it comes to learn how to ride a unicycle. Learning how to ride a unicycle might seem impossible at first but we teach you how to get started, find your core strength and use the right techniques to improve quickly. This course is intended for all skill levels, from beginners to advance but limited to 4 new beginner students!

If you have any questions feel welcome to contact us anytime. Circus Olina 808-489-2834 or via email at [email protected]

Registration www.circusolina.com FALL CONCERT

“This is Me”

WHO: Kinder-5 Grade Students WHAT: Music Curriculum Concert th WHEN: Nov. 19 , 2018 4:30-7:15PM for kids (5:30 start time for 1st show 6:30 start time for 2nd show) WHERE: Kaimuki High School Theater HOW: Students should wear: BOTTOM: black or dark colored (shorts or pants) SHOES: covered toe (no slippers, no bright colors) SHIRTS: you can order an OPTIONAL concert shirt (order form coming soon) OR wear a shirt of the same color as grade level shirt Grade K & 1: RED Grade 2: Orange Grade 3: Yellow Grade 4: Green Grade 5: Blue

Please contact Ms. Hermes at [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns ********************************************************************************************* return to Ms. Hermes ASAP Yes! my child will be there! No. My child cannot be there.

Student Name: Classroom:

Parent Name: Email: You are invited to join us in a day of science! linking voyages of exploration….past, present, future

Astronaut Lacy Veach Day of Discovery inspiring and equipping the next generation of explorers October 27, 2018, Saturday, at Punahou School sponsored by the Hawaiian Electric Companies, Punahou School, the Hawai'i Space Grant Consortium, with support of the Chatlos Foundation, and family of Lacy Veach in cooperation with and the support of over 200 volunteers from our community.

Students in Grades 3-12, parents, teachers of any grade level

To register go to: http://www.spacegrant.hawaii.edu/Day-of-discovery/ (limited enrollment)

Free Program

Selection from 16 science workshops Interact with 15 interactive displays Keynote speaker: Dr. James Scott President, Punahou School 2018 Kilauea eruption update Science is Fun demonstrations

7:45-8:45 a.m.: registration (Dillingham Hall. Punahou School) 8:00 a.m.-1:15 p.m.: interactive displays available for viewing 9:00-9:50 a.m.: opening general assembly (Dillingham Hall) Keynote: Dr. James Scott, President, Punahou School 10:05-11:05 a.m.: Workshop Session I 11:20 a.m.-12:20 p.m.: Workshop Session II 12:20-1:15 p.m.: interactive displays, lunch 1:25-2:45 p.m.: Dr. Scott Rowland, Geology and Geophysics, UH Manoa, review of the historic 2018 Kilauea/East Rift Zone volcanic eruption, Science is Fun demonstrations by Elemental Minds

If there are any questions, please call the Hawai'i Space Grant Consortium, 956-3138. We look forward to your learning, exploring, and discovering with us during the 17th annual Astronaut Lacy Veach Day of Discovery. Email: [email protected]

rd TH INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS TO CHOOSE FROM FOR 3 -12 GRADE STUDENTS, THEIR PARENTS, AND TEACHERS

8:00 – 1:15 p.m. Interactive displays available for viewing Astronaut Lacy Veach Day (Mamiya Science Center) of Discovery 7:45 – 8:45 a.m. Check in (Dillingham Hall) 9:00 – 9:50 a.m. Opening general assembly (Dillingham Hall) Saturday, October 27, 2018 Dr. Jim Scott, President, Punahou School Punahou School 10:05 – 11:05 a.m. Workshop Session I (Mamiya Science Center) 11:20 – 12:20 p.m. Workshop Session II (Mamiya Science Center) 12:20 – 1:15 p.m. Lunch (bring your own lunch/drink or purchase on campus) “You’ve got to believe in your dreams, 1:25 – 2:45 p.m. General Assembly (Dillingham Hall) – Dr. Scott Rowland, Geology, and you’ve got to be hard -headed SOEST, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, Kilauea/East Rift Zone enough to never let them go.” eruption update, Science is Fun demonstrations by Elemental Minds Charles Lacy Veach, Astronaut

harles Lacy Veach WORKSHOP 2018-01 Mystery and Intrigue: The Wide WORKSHOP 2018-09 Story Telling with Ozobots World of Electricity Hope Espinda, STEM teacher, Campbell/Kapolei Complex, John Marvin Galicha, Hawaiian Electric team (Hawaiian Electric, Constantinou, Waialae Elementary PCS Energy Solutions Engineering Division) Design your own story with an Ozobot (a miniature robot) using Learn some exciting aspects of electricity and battery storage. visual codes such as line following and color sensing. Build a battery storage experiment that should impress your WORKSHOP 2018-10 Let’s Explore Comets at the Core friends, family and teachers. No previous experience necessary. Larry Wiss, NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador Just bring your eagerness to participate and learn. How do comets differ from asteroids or meteors? Compare the WORKSHOP 2018-02 Paper Circuits differences between these celestial wanderers and use everyday Danielle Young, Candice Sarangay, Jianna Orias, Michelle Reed, materials to create a personal comet model. Paul Baessler, Kevin Williams, Society of Women Engineers, WORKSHOP 2018-11 Water Powered Bottle Rockets University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Joshua Jackson, Punahou Case Middle School Get creative with paper circuits. Learn the basics of circuitry and Make a bottle rocket and apply Newton’s Laws. Launch your make light-up cards and artwork! water powered “shuttle” into orbit in this sure-to-be “explosive” WORKSHOP 2018-03 Commander Thomas’ Quintessential activity. Cubee Bots WORKSHOP 2018-12 Defying Gravity: Man’s On Going Lorie Javier, Ian Pelayo, Mark Iwasaki, Liane Kim, Gerald Javier, Quest to Leave Earth’s Surface Challenger Center Hawaii Roger Kwok, Leeward Community College Create and design your own wooden robot and fight with the power Explore the many ways that man has utilized (or will be utilizing) of hydraulics! in attempts to overcome the constant pull of Earth’s gravitational WORKSHOP 2018-04 Jousting Cars force. Kalani Robotics Team #3008, Team Magma, Kalani High School WORKSHOP 2018-13 You Are My Density (aka Hot Air Explore gravity and the scientific method through car jousting. Balloons) Build your own unique car which you will take home. Matt Capps, Hawai‘i State Science Olympiad WORKSHOP 2018-05 AHA Family & Friends Hands-Only Delve into density by building and launching your own hot air CPR balloon! CPT Charles Griep, FF3 Barry Burnett, Honolulu Fire Department WORKSHOP 2018-14 Marshmallow Launcher What’s simple, fun to learn and can save a life? Cardio Pulmonary Renee Kaneshiro, Barbers Point Elementary, STEM Teacher, Liane Resuscitation (CPR) if performed immediately, can double or triple Tanigawa, Hookele Elementary, STEM Teacher a cardiac arrest victim’s chances of survival. Experience the Engineering Design Process and explore Newton's WORKSHOP 2018-06 Gelatin Volcanoes, Dikes, Rift Zones Laws by designing and constructing a launcher that shoots Scott Rowland, Geology, SOEST, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa marshmallows! Experience how magma migrates within a volcano and learn how it WORKSHOP 2018-15 Aerofoil or Airfoil? Aerodynamic or is related to the shape of a volcano and lava flow hazards. Inject Aerodynamique? “magma” into a gelatin volcano and see how it reaches the surface. Victor Velasco, Paul Fetherland, Honolulu Seawater Air- WORKSHOP 2018-07 Hardware Science Conditioning and InSynergy Engineering Lisa Loo, Melanie Ho, HouseMart Ace Hardware Living at the bottom of an ocean of air or water has motivated Hardware meets science! Explore different ways that supplies from humans around the world to figure out new ways to move your local hardware stores can be used to learn about STEM. efficiently through air and water using airfoils and hydrofoils. Nails, magnets and hex nuts are some of the items to be used. Foils are a part of our everyday lives and their uses extend beyond WORKSHOP 2018-08 Looking at Hawai‘i with a View from the common airplane wing. Learn the basics of how foils work, Space and experiment with foils Amber Imai-Hong, Hawaii Space Grant Consortium, Linda Martel, WORKSHOP 2018-16 Biology and DNA Analysis Andrea Gabrieli, Hawai‘i Institute of Geophysics and Planetology, Sebastian Yuen, Honolulu Police Dept., Scientific Investigation, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Forensic Biology Unit What can you learn about an active volcano using satellite sensor What does a DNA analyst do? Extract your own DNA with technology? Explore the volcanic gases and changes on Kilauea, members of the Honolulu Police Department's Forensic Biology from the rim and walls of Halema‘uma‘u down to the lava’s ocean Unit and learn how DNA analysis is used to aid police entry, in thermal infrared and visible light. investigations.

Aloha Wai’alae Parents,

Learning and progressing through each grade level here at Wai’alae is special and monumental, bringing with it academic learning, personal growth and experiences that shape our children’s future. Fourth grade is no different. This coming May, our 4 th graders will go on their muchanticipated Hawai’i Island Cultural Trip. For three days, they will learn and experience Hawaiian history through dance and song and visit important Hawaiian cultural sites. They will also spend lots of quality time with their friends. For many, this trip is a favorite and enduring memory of their elementary years.

Although 4 th grade parents pay much of the cost for this trip and other excursions, there is still additional fundraising needed in order to make these memorable learning trips possible. Although the bulk of the fundraising needs are for the Hawai'i Island Cultural Trip, our efforts will support all 4th grade fundraising needs.

To reach our fundraising goals, we have a series of fundraisers coming up to support our efforts: 1. Habilitat We have teamed up with Habilitat for the purchase of Christmas tress and wreaths. Ordering will be easy and done completely online. Tickets will be mailed to you and you pick up your tree/wreath order at your chosen location on 12/1. A flyer is attached. 2. Kona Ice – This FUN fundraiser is a hit every time! We are partnering with 5 th grade, and splitting proceeds. The Kona Ice T ruck comes by afterschool, on specified days, and our kiddies enjoy yummy shaved ice! How fun (and easy) is that?! 3. CPK Dinner – Visit CPK on a specific date in November (to be announced soon) and a percentage of profits will come back to support our cause. 4. AllSchool Concert – Plate lunch sale* for families that will be available outside the concert hall. *This fundraiser is currently tentative, and is still in the planning stages, but we are hoping to have it available. More info to come. 5. Regal Fundraising – This fundraiser is meant to allow individual families/children to offset their own cost. Please see a 4 th grade family in early October for tickets. ☺

There may be more fundraisers in the future, so for information on these fundraisers and more, please see the Wai’alae Weekly! Thank you for your support!

Mahalo, Your 4 th Grade Fundraising Chairs and Committee

is coming to Wai’alae!

At 1:30pm

Wednesday, October 24

Wednesday, November 21

Wednesday, December 5

This is an on-going, joint fundraiser to support both 4th and 5th grades. Thank you for your support! J Future Flight Hawaii STEMFEST (FEST=Families Exploring Science Together) Children and their parents are partners in a day of discovery and hands on science experiences.

Hosted at Wai’alae Elementary Public Charter School December 8, 2018, Saturday

Presented by: Art Kimura, Program Director, and Rene Kimura, Education Specialist Future Flight Hawaii, Hawaii Space Grant Consortium, University of Hawaii at Manoa (http://www.spacegrant.hawaii.edu/)

How science really works! Curiosity + Joy + Dreams + Thrills + Wonder + Interest + Surprise + Creativity = Discovery....and it’s Fun!!

You are welcome to join us in exploring the engineering design process and the scientific method…and take home for further experimenting…your own brushbot, a programmable robot, a line tracking robot, a windmill that you designed, a solar powered grasshopper, and other science tools, a total value of over $80.

*build and race a brushbot made from a toothbrush head and a cell phone vibrating motor *program a push button programmable robot *test a line tracking robot…and create your own path to follow *design and make a windmill from plastic soda or water bottles to try the light the LED *receive other science tools to experiment with including a solar powered grasshopper and a UFO ball

Participant eligibility: students in grades 2-5, each student must be accompanied by a parent/adult Note: We ask that younger siblings not be brought to the program. Schedule: 8:15 a.m.: sign-in by participants

8:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m.: opening and 3 learning modules 11:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: closing

STEMFEST pre-registration is required Eligibility: grade 2-5, each child to be accompanied by a parent Cost: $50 paid at the Wai’alae School Office before 3pm Friday October 19* To the STEMFEST, bring 1 AAA alkaline battery and 3 or 4 plastic one- or two-liter empty, dry soda bottles WITH caps. SUBMIT form and payment to the WAI’ALAE SCHOOL OFFICE. Do not give form/money to child’s teacher. Spaces are limited! *Registration may end sooner if all spaces are filled by October 19.

Yes, please register us for the Future Flight Hawaii STEMFEST at Wai’alae School on Saturday December 8 Name of Student:

Grade: Teacher Name:

Mailing Address: City: Zip:

Email Address of Accompanying Parent/Adult:

Name of Accompanying Parent/Adult:

Parent Signature:

A confirmation will be sent to those registered. For further information, contact: Melanie Sumida, Family Outreach Advisor, [email protected] or 733-4880, x229. OCTOBER

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Turkey Chili Serves 6: 1¹⁄₃ cup per serving Ingredients Cooking spray 15.5 oz. canned, no-salt-added 1½ tbsp. canola or corn oil black beans (rinsed, drained) 1 medium or large onion, chopped 14.5 oz. canned, no-salt-added, 20 oz. ground, skinless turkey breast diced tomatoes (undrained) 2 large garlic cloves (minced) OR 1¾ cups fat-free, low-sodium ½ tsp. garlic powder chicken broth 2 tsp. chili powder 1 cup frozen whole-kernel corn ½ tsp. pepper 6 oz. canned, no-salt-added ½ tsp. ground cumin tomato paste 15.5 oz. canned, no-salt-added 4 medium green onions Nutrition Analysis (per serving) pinto beans (rinsed, drained) (green part only), sliced Calories 347 Directions Total Fat 5.0 g 1. Lightly spray a Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray. Add the oil and heat over Saturated Fat 0.5 g Trans Fat 0.0 g medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the onion for 3 minutes, Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5 g or until soft, stirring occasionally. Monounsaturated Fat 2.5 g 2. Reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the turkey. Cook for 5 minutes, or until Cholesterol 64 mg browned, stirring frequently to turn and break up the turkey. Sodium 129 mg 3. Stir in the garlic, chili powder, pepper, and cumin. Stir in the remaining ingredients Carbohydrates 42 g except the green onions. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until heated through, stirring Fiber 10 g frequently. Just before serving, sprinkle with the green onions. Sugars 14 g Protein 34 g This recipe is brought to you by the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women movement. Recipe copyright © 2016 by the American Heart Association. Look for other delicious recipes in American Heart Association cookbooks, Dietary Exchanges: 2 starch, available from booksellers everywhere or online at heart.org/cookbooks. 2 vegetable, 3½ very lean meat

Wai’alae School believes students and families should find schools that are the “right fit” to ensure a successful educational journey. To assist our fifth grade families (and anyone else who is doing research on middle schools), we have gathered information from several schools in the Honolulu area. Some are offering campus tours or open houses and some have provided informational packets that will either be distributed or can be picked up from Mrs. Sumida, Family Outreach Advisor.

KAIMUKI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

“Discover KCS” Tuesday October 30th 5:30pm See attached flyer/postcard and see attached brochure

Informational brochures and postcards were distributed to all fifth grade students. A limited supply of additional brochures is available at the Family Outreach Advisor’s office. Stop by and see Mrs. Sumida if you wish to obtain a brochure.

LA PIETRA, HAWAII SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

Admissions Open Houses Thursday November 15th from 4:30pm to 6:00pm Sunday February 10th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm See attached flyer

Informational postcards were distributed to all fifth grade girls. A limited supply of additional postcards is available at the Family Outreach Advisor’s office. Stop by and see Mrs. Sumida if you wish to obtain a postcard.

NIU VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

“Consider Niu Valley” Tentatively scheduled for November 15th Details will be shared as they become available and are confirmed

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SACRED HEARTS ACADEMY

Fall Open House Sunday November 18th at 2:30pm See attached flyer

A limited supply of informational packets is available at the Family Outreach Advisor’s office. Stop by and see Mrs. Sumida if you wish to obtain a packet.

SEEQS (PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL)

Information about upcoming Open Houses will be available soon. 2019-2020 Admissions information will be available in December.

‘IOLANI SCHOOL

See attached flyer

Informational brochures were distributed to all fifth grade students. A limited supply of additional brochures is available at the Family Outreach Advisor’s office. Stop by and see Mrs. Sumida if you wish to obtain a brochure.

HOLY NATIVITY SCHOOL

Campus Tours are available; to schedule a tour, visit: https://www.holynativityschool.org/whoweare/

A limited supply of informational packets is available at the Family Outreach Advisor’s office. Stop by and see Mrs. Sumida if you wish to obtain a packet.

We encourage families to obtain as much information as they can before choosing a middle school for their student.

Discover KCS A special informational event for current and prospective KCS families

October 30 • 5:30 pm Kaimuki Christian School Worship Center Kaimuki Christian School 1117 Koko Head Avenue KCS Honolulu, HI 96816 HIGH SCHOOL Discover how our quality Christian high school curriculum, administered in a personalized setting, can prepare your child for the rigors of adult life.

Meet our teachers and students.

Learn how our college-preparatory program can develop your child into the en- gaged, inquisitive, and well-rounded student sought by universities nation-wide.

*For more info or to RSVP, call 732-1781.

APPLY TODAY! kaimukichristianschool.org College Acceptances Apply Today! Azusa Paci c U. UC Irvine Call us for a personalized tour and visit our website to apply online. Biola U. UCLA We’ll guide you through the application and enrollment process Cal Poly SLO UC Santa Barbara every step of the way. Applications are accepted year round for the Creighton U. UH Manoa following school year. Fordham U. U. of Portland Illinois Institute of Technology Westmont College Pepperdine U. Wheaton College (IL) Santa Clara U. Whitworth U. Find Us We are conveniently located across from the Kaimuki Public Library and near H1 exits and entrances, which makes for easy drop-o and pick-up.

“KCS provided me with a safe and nurturing environment to build my con dence and self-esteem. Because of the small classroom setting, teachers School Hours Our 'Ohana grew to know me on a personal Preschool: 8 am to 2:15 pm level. As I'm currently studying civil Elementary: 8 am to 2:30 pm Educating each child to his or her God-intended potential Founded by Kaimuki Christian Church in 1968, Kaimuki Christian engineering at UCLA, I am truly thankful Upper School: 8 am to 3 pm School's well-earned reputation over the past 50 years has led to for my high school education at KCS.” the expansion of the school’s campus and o erings. One hundred Early morning drop-o and After School Care are available. percent of graduates have gone on to college. — Charis '16 UCLA

With a student body size of 300 preschool to high school students, teachers and families are close knit. Student-teacher ratios are "Throughout my time at KCS, I have learned intentionally kept small to optimize helping each child achieve his or to be organized, self-directed, and take her God-intended potential. responsibility for my actions. My faith has grown deeper and my heart 1117 Koko Head Avenue KCS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges bigger. I am grateful to the teachers Honolulu, Hawaii 96816 and the Association of Christian Schools International. who not only invested in my life in 808.732.1781 the classroom but also as coaches and kaimukichristianschool.org mentors."

— Paul '17 U. of Portland

“We believe children thrive in an environment that brings together Hawai'i’s best teachers and Christian values in a 21st century campus where creativity is cultivated and academic excellence is inspired. Elementary School (K - 5th grade) Kaimuki Christian School gives students Language arts, social studies, science and math are complemented the individual attention that they need to by Chinese, music, computer, art, physical education and enriched by succeed.” learning experiences in the community. This includes the Big Island trip, excursions, elementary camp and outreach & service opportunities. — Robyn Ahn, Principal As children discover more about their identity in Christ, they grow intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Highly quali ed teachers challenge and engage students in a cooperative Our Program environment, providing children with a strong foundation for middle and high school. Extracurricular activities for elementary students KCS develops self-directed and lifelong learners, critical thinkers, include chess club, robotics, volleyball and basketball. e ective communicators and active community participants. To achieve our mission, a Biblical worldview is integrated into our educational program through teaching, curriculum, morning devotions and weekly chapel services. With a ordable tuition, a convenient location and college preparatory curriculum, KCS may be O'ahu's best kept secret. Preschool (P3 & P4) Upper School (6th - 12th grade) Watch your child ourish in our A quality middle and high school curriculum, administered in a preschool program! It’s never too personalized setting, prepares students for the rigors of adult life. early to develop leadership and From camp to service learning projects, students continue to be Summer at KCS collaboration. Our interactive, challenged and nurtured in a well-rounded environment. hands-on teaching style and Our six-week summer session is small circle learning aim High school students embark on trips to Washington, D.C., China and open to students (P3 - 8th grade) to nurture these qualities the Philippines. Upperclassmen may enroll in Kapi'olani Community from all schools. A combination of – setting the stage for College's Early Admissions Program to earn high school and morning academics (language arts & your child’s future success. college credit. Students also have the opportunity to prepare math) and an afternoon of enriching Children develop their for Advanced Placement Exams. Volleyball, basketball, cross activities are what makes our summer independence, social skills and country and soccer teams participate in the Hawaii Sports program so popular! math & reading readiness skills, Fellowship league. as they prepare for elementary school. “We believe children thrive in an environment that brings together Hawai'i’s best teachers and Christian values in a 21st century campus where creativity is cultivated and academic excellence is inspired. Elementary School (K - 5th grade) Kaimuki Christian School gives students Language arts, social studies, science and math are complemented the individual attention that they need to by Chinese, music, computer, art, physical education and enriched by succeed.” learning experiences in the community. This includes the Big Island trip, excursions, elementary camp and outreach & service opportunities. — Robyn Ahn, Principal As children discover more about their identity in Christ, they grow intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Highly quali ed teachers challenge and engage students in a cooperative Our Program environment, providing children with a strong foundation for middle and high school. Extracurricular activities for elementary students KCS develops self-directed and lifelong learners, critical thinkers, include chess club, robotics, volleyball and basketball. e ective communicators and active community participants. To achieve our mission, a Biblical worldview is integrated into our educational program through teaching, curriculum, morning devotions and weekly chapel services. With a ordable tuition, a convenient location and college preparatory curriculum, KCS may be O'ahu's best kept secret. Preschool (P3 & P4) Upper School (6th - 12th grade) Watch your child ourish in our A quality middle and high school curriculum, administered in a preschool program! It’s never too personalized setting, prepares students for the rigors of adult life. early to develop leadership and From camp to service learning projects, students continue to be Summer at KCS collaboration. Our interactive, challenged and nurtured in a well-rounded environment. hands-on teaching style and Our six-week summer session is small circle learning aim High school students embark on trips to Washington, D.C., China and open to students (P3 - 8th grade) to nurture these qualities the Philippines. Upperclassmen may enroll in Kapi'olani Community from all schools. A combination of – setting the stage for College's Early Admissions Program to earn high school and morning academics (language arts & your child’s future success. college credit. Students also have the opportunity to prepare math) and an afternoon of enriching Children develop their for Advanced Placement Exams. Volleyball, basketball, cross activities are what makes our summer independence, social skills and country and soccer teams participate in the Hawaii Sports program so popular! math & reading readiness skills, Fellowship league. as they prepare for elementary school. “We believe children thrive in an environment that brings together Hawai'i’s best teachers and Christian values in a 21st century campus where creativity is cultivated and academic excellence is inspired. Elementary School (K - 5th grade) Kaimuki Christian School gives students Language arts, social studies, science and math are complemented the individual attention that they need to by Chinese, music, computer, art, physical education and enriched by succeed.” learning experiences in the community. This includes the Big Island trip, excursions, elementary camp and outreach & service opportunities. — Robyn Ahn, Principal As children discover more about their identity in Christ, they grow intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Highly quali ed teachers challenge and engage students in a cooperative Our Program environment, providing children with a strong foundation for middle and high school. Extracurricular activities for elementary students KCS develops self-directed and lifelong learners, critical thinkers, include chess club, robotics, volleyball and basketball. e ective communicators and active community participants. To achieve our mission, a Biblical worldview is integrated into our educational program through teaching, curriculum, morning devotions and weekly chapel services. With a ordable tuition, a convenient location and college preparatory curriculum, KCS may be O'ahu's best kept secret. Preschool (P3 & P4) Upper School (6th - 12th grade) Watch your child ourish in our A quality middle and high school curriculum, administered in a preschool program! It’s never too personalized setting, prepares students for the rigors of adult life. early to develop leadership and From camp to service learning projects, students continue to be Summer at KCS collaboration. Our interactive, challenged and nurtured in a well-rounded environment. hands-on teaching style and Our six-week summer session is small circle learning aim High school students embark on trips to Washington, D.C., China and open to students (P3 - 8th grade) to nurture these qualities the Philippines. Upperclassmen may enroll in Kapi'olani Community from all schools. A combination of – setting the stage for College's Early Admissions Program to earn high school and morning academics (language arts & your child’s future success. college credit. Students also have the opportunity to prepare math) and an afternoon of enriching Children develop their for Advanced Placement Exams. Volleyball, basketball, cross activities are what makes our summer independence, social skills and country and soccer teams participate in the Hawaii Sports program so popular! math & reading readiness skills, Fellowship league. as they prepare for elementary school. “We believe children thrive in an environment that brings together Hawai'i’s best teachers and Christian values in a 21st century campus where creativity is cultivated and academic excellence is inspired. Elementary School (K - 5th grade) Kaimuki Christian School gives students Language arts, social studies, science and math are complemented the individual attention that they need to by Chinese, music, computer, art, physical education and enriched by succeed.” learning experiences in the community. This includes the Big Island trip, excursions, elementary camp and outreach & service opportunities. — Robyn Ahn, Principal As children discover more about their identity in Christ, they grow intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Highly quali ed teachers challenge and engage students in a cooperative Our Program environment, providing children with a strong foundation for middle and high school. Extracurricular activities for elementary students KCS develops self-directed and lifelong learners, critical thinkers, include chess club, robotics, volleyball and basketball. e ective communicators and active community participants. To achieve our mission, a Biblical worldview is integrated into our educational program through teaching, curriculum, morning devotions and weekly chapel services. With a ordable tuition, a convenient location and college preparatory curriculum, KCS may be O'ahu's best kept secret. Preschool (P3 & P4) Upper School (6th - 12th grade) Watch your child ourish in our A quality middle and high school curriculum, administered in a preschool program! It’s never too personalized setting, prepares students for the rigors of adult life. early to develop leadership and From camp to service learning projects, students continue to be Summer at KCS collaboration. Our interactive, challenged and nurtured in a well-rounded environment. hands-on teaching style and Our six-week summer session is small circle learning aim High school students embark on trips to Washington, D.C., China and open to students (P3 - 8th grade) to nurture these qualities the Philippines. Upperclassmen may enroll in Kapi'olani Community from all schools. A combination of – setting the stage for College's Early Admissions Program to earn high school and morning academics (language arts & your child’s future success. college credit. Students also have the opportunity to prepare math) and an afternoon of enriching Children develop their for Advanced Placement Exams. Volleyball, basketball, cross activities are what makes our summer independence, social skills and country and soccer teams participate in the Hawaii Sports program so popular! math & reading readiness skills, Fellowship league. as they prepare for elementary school. College Acceptances Apply Today! Azusa Paci c U. UC Irvine Call us for a personalized tour and visit our website to apply online. Biola U. UCLA We’ll guide you through the application and enrollment process Cal Poly SLO UC Santa Barbara every step of the way. Applications are accepted year round for the Creighton U. UH Manoa following school year. Fordham U. U. of Portland Illinois Institute of Technology Westmont College Pepperdine U. Wheaton College (IL) Santa Clara U. Whitworth U. Find Us We are conveniently located across from the Kaimuki Public Library and near H1 exits and entrances, which makes for easy drop-o and pick-up.

— Paul '17 U. of Portland

College Acceptances Apply Today! Azusa Paci c U. UC Irvine Call us for a personalized tour and visit our website to apply online. Biola U. UCLA We’ll guide you through the application and enrollment process Cal Poly SLO UC Santa Barbara every step of the way. Applications are accepted year round for the Creighton U. UH Manoa following school year. Fordham U. U. of Portland Illinois Institute of Technology Westmont College Pepperdine U. Wheaton College (IL) Santa Clara U. Whitworth U. Find Us We are conveniently located across from the Kaimuki Public Library and near H1 exits and entrances, which makes for easy drop-o and pick-up.

— Paul '17 U. of Portland

ADMISSION INFORMATION

1,900 K–12 Student Population 10:1 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Bands and Orchestras 70% Upper School Students are Athletes 2 Fabrication Labs

Inspired by dedicated and accomplished faculty, students discover potential, pursue passions, give back to the community and learn lifelong skills to lead productive and fulfilling lives. Within this fast-paced and ever-changing world, each ‘Iolani School student is special and known.

Grades 6–12 Deadline ...... December 1

Apply beginning August 15 at www.iolani.org or call 808-943-2222

ALL SCHOOL FALL CONCERT TICKETS

Due to limited seats, each (K-5) WAI‘ALAE FAMILY will get TWO tickets. ● Children in split families are still only given TWO tickets, please work together to share the tickets. ● Lap children will not need a ticket; child must remain on adult’s lap throughout the performance and may not take up a seat. (Strollers are not allowed in the theater.) ● Attendees in wheelchairs MUST still have a ticket. ● On the form indicating your concert time preference, you may only choose ONE CONCERT TIME. ● Tickets are first come, first serve, but still limited to 2 TICKETS PER (Kindergarten-Grade 5) WAI’ALAE FAMILY. ● If a concert time fills up, we will give you tickets to the other concert. ○ REMINDER- ALL STUDENTS MUST attend BOTH CONCERTS. ○ Due to safety- no student will be released between concerts.

By Thursday Oct. 18, select a preference for concert time via Google form at this link:

https://goo.gl/forms/vr1aTyVgbWYCkyvr2

Pick up your tickets between Oct. 22-26 7:15AM-4:00PM at the Wai‘alae office.

DO NOT LOSE YOUR TICKETS! We will NOT be able to replace lost or damaged tickets!

After Nov. 2, - any extra or unclaimed tickets will be given up for lottery.

At the Concert, there is: NO EARLY SEATING NO SAVING SEATS

Audience will be cleared from the theater after the first concert. Fire Fighter’s Safety Guide Fire Prevention Week: October 7 - 13, 2018

Parents - the 2018 Fire Fighter’s Safety Guide is being distributed to all students (Preschool to Grade 5) this week, your child should be bringing home the Safety Guide on Wednesday October 3rd or Thursday October 4th.

This year’s Guide promotes the 2018 Fire Prevention Week theme: “Look. Listen. Learn. Be Aware. Fire can happen anywhere.”

The Fire Fighter Safety Guide is a workbook designed with the entire family in mind. Parents – we encourage you to participate with your child in completing the activities and lessons in the Guide.

On the last page of the Guide is a “Junior Fire Fighter Pledge” and “Parent Checklist”. Once your child has completed the other pages of the Guide, have your child sign the Pledge and you complete the Checklist and return the Pledge/Checklist page to Mrs. Melanie Sumida (via the Office) no later than Thursday October 18th.

Students who return a signed/completed Pledge/Checklist page on or before October 18th will be entered in random drawing for special prizes for students. (One prize per grade level.)

FWS Friends of Wai‘alae School Monthly Meeting

When: Thursday, October 18, 2018 from 5:30PM to 6:45PM Where: Wai‘alae School Cafeteria

All are welcome! Join us and enjoy FREE DINNER AND FREE CHILDCARE! J Meeting Agenda will include: • Updates • FWS Halloween event planning

RSVP by 10/15/18 to: [email protected] (Or drop off this form to the FWS mailbox in the main office) or add your name to the RSVP Google Sheet by scanning the QR code using your phone.

------cut here ------RSVP For FWS 10/15/2018 Meeting

Name ______

Email (optional): ______

RSVP for ______dinner(s). RSVP for childcare for ______child(ren).

Please join us for a wonderful Fall Event!

The FWS Halloween Social

Saturday, October 27th 6:00pm – 8:30pm Wai’alae Elementary PCS – B Courtyard

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Pre-Order your activities now! ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Parent Name: ______Grade(s): ______

Pumpkin Decorating: # of Pumpkins ______x $7 ea = ______

Silent DJ Dance Booth: # of Dancers ______x $3 ea = ______

**Please turn in payment with cash or check to: Friends of Waialae School to the school office