Monthly Archives: November 2012

Our Adopted Family

Papa ‘Ekolu has “adopted” a family for our service learning project. It is a family of six living on the Hamakua Coast. The father of the family has recently been laid off from work and the mother is unable to … Continue reading

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Pennies for Pauahi in Full Swing

This week we begin collecting “Pennies for Pauahi”, a fund raising effort to support the Ke Ali’i Pauahi Foundation. We continue to stress the importance of KAHIAU, giving from the heart without expecting anything in return. Funds raised help provide … Continue reading

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1st Trimester Awards Assembly

Today we honored students for their academic achievements, perfect attendance and outstanding citizenship in the 1st Trimester. Look at the many students in our classroom that shine in different ways. Principal’s List – Way to go, Kameron! Hooray for Robert … Continue reading

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Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

The Rotary Club of Hilo honored the 3rd Grade teachers in our community at an appreciation luncheon at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Friday, November 16, 2012. Teachers dined and participated in the Rotary Club’s weekly meeting as they thanked … Continue reading

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Princess’s Ball 2012

Papa ‘Ekolu dressed up in their fanciest attire to attend Papa ‘Ekolu’s Princess’s Ball at The Hilo Yacht Club. This was a culminating event for the 1st Trimester when students learned about Princess Pauahi and how gracious and welcoming she … Continue reading

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ʻOkakopa Hāweo Awardees

Congratulations to Alex and Emily for being selected for the Hāweo Award for October! It was so wonderful to see your families here at school today to honor you as an outstanding citizen who shows hōʻihi on a consistent basis. … Continue reading

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2nd Trimester Begins

November 5th is the first day of the 2nd Trimester. Time sure flies when youʻre having fun! There are a few changes to our daily schedules this trimester, so attached you will find a new Master Schedule for this trimester. … Continue reading

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Halloween Festivities

Take a look at the fun we had today! Mahalo to our Papa ʻEkolu parent volunteers for making it a special Wa Kaʻawale today!

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