Category Archives: Social Studies

Moana, Manu, Makani

How did native plants get to our Hawaiian islands? Our guest speaker, Kumu Lauren, shared with us her ‘ike about native and endemic plants in Hawai’i. These plants took a long time to get here and arrived by one of … Continue reading

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ʻŌiwi Summit

Last week Poʻalima was a day off for our haumāna, but not for e nā kumu! Our campus was alive with lots of learning experiences for everyone- kumu, custodians, office staff and more. Our day was crafted to help each … Continue reading

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A Visit with Hōkūle’a

We were blessed with the opportunity to visit Mama Hōkūle’a yesterday. Our haumāna and kumu learned from the 1976 crew about life on this vessel and the things they used to help them voyage the earth’s great oceans. What an … Continue reading

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Outstanding Entrepreneurs

Congratulations to two outstanding entrepreneurs from 3B, ‘Auli’i and Isaiah! These two students were recognized as the Outstanding Businesswoman and Outstanding Businessman from their homeroom durning Market Day. Both individuals made the greatest profit in their class and also demonstrated … Continue reading

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Market Day Fun

Creative minds make creative products! Papa ‘Ekolu entrepreneurs opened for business on Tuesday selling their homemade products at their very own open market. Food, drinks, and a variety of craft items were made and sold by our very own 3rd … Continue reading

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Time to Shop!

Papa ‘Ekolu entrepreneurs are hard at work preparing for Market Day 2018. It is being held on Tuesday, February 13th in Kekūanao’a pod. Consumers will include 2nd and 3rd graders as well as faculty and staff. All others are welcome … Continue reading

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Princess’s Ball Partner/Class Photos

Mahalo to Mr. Kamisato from the Middle School for capturing memories through photos on the day of the Princess’s Ball. Here is the link for the partner pics and class pics. Partner/Class Photos Mr. Kamisato’s students are still working on … Continue reading

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Princess’s Ball Reminder

Our annual Princess’s Ball is quickly approaching. All students should come to school in their special attire on Wednesday, October 25, 2017. Boys are asked to wear dress pants, belt, covered shoes and a collared shirt. The girls’ attire should … Continue reading

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Money, Money, Money!

Papa ʻEkolu’s Market Day was a huge success! Vendors were beaming with excitement as the consumers broke through the doors of Kina’u Marketplace. Crepes, cotton candy, Minecraft keychains and Oobleck were just a few of the many different products being … Continue reading

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Market Day Information

Market Day is quickly approaching! Both classes, 3A and 3B, will be open for business on Tuesday, February 14th, 2017. Our marketplace will be in Kinaʻu Pod outside of the Third Grade classrooms. Important Information: * 3A Businesses open from … Continue reading

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Spreading Christmas Joy!

Papa ‘Ekolu was able to spread Christmas joy this morning to our two adopted families as they presented their gifts to them in person! It was a touching moment to see the smiles and tears on the faces of the … Continue reading

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