Category Archives: Social Studies

Mystery Skype

Posted on May 13, 2014 by mamanlig

It was an exciting morning as we met up with another Third Grade class via Skype! Both classes took turns asking yes or no questions to help identify their mystery locations. This provided our kids with a great review of … Continue reading →

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Entrepreneurs at Work!

Posted on February 14, 2014 by mamanlig

Market Day 2014 from KSH Kula Ha'aha'a on Vimeo.

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Barack Obama- by Kelson

Posted on January 28, 2014 by mamanlig
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Papa ‘Ekolu Visits the Hilo Farmers’ Market

Posted on January 22, 2014 by mamanlig

Our haumana had a very busy day at the Hilo Farmers’ Market this morning, looking for deals and bargains. Each small group of 3-4 students had to buy products with a limited amount of money. The foods purchased were shared … Continue reading →

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The TRUE Meaning of Christmas

Posted on December 17, 2013 by mamanlig

Papa ‘Ekolu completed their annual Holiday Gift Giving Project this year which extended beyond just one family. Our awesome Third Graders collected over $850 for our adopted family of five from Hawaiian Paradise Park. In addition, our gift giving inspired … Continue reading →

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Princess’s Ball

Posted on November 15, 2013 by mamanlig

Papa ‘Ekolu honored their beloved Ke Ali’i Pauahi at their annual Princess’s Ball held at Nani Mau Gardens on Thursday, November 14, 2013. The day began with a stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens. Students learned in school that Pauahi … Continue reading →

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Huaka’i to Hilo Farmers’ Market

Posted on January 16, 2013 by mamanlig
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Kahiau- The True Meaning of Christmas

Posted on December 13, 2012 by mamanlig

Yesterday forty Papa ‘Ekolu students, ten parents and two teachers scurried off to Target and Safeway on a mission- to buy gifts for others. Both classes worked hard for weeks to earn money to help a family in need. After … Continue reading →

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Market Day Fun

Posted on May 10, 2012 by mamanlig

Today’s Market Day was a huge success! The keiki worked hard to prepare their products to sell and had an awesome time running their business for their teacher’s and classmates. From hacky sacks, to cupcakes, to flower pens…there was an … Continue reading →

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The Huaka’i Debrief

Posted on April 19, 2012 by mamanlig
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Hilo Farmers’ Market

Posted on April 18, 2012 by mamanlig

Papa ‘Ekolu went on a huaka’i today to observe different goods and services being sold at our Hilo Farmers’ Market. In addition, the students practiced being smart consumers as they purchased items for a tasting party/pilina building activity that was … Continue reading →

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