Karen Coon

Makawalu translates to “eight eyes”- in other words to see through many eyes.  The elementary classes were graciously invited to learn from their older brothers and sisters about the earlier times of Kamehameha the great and his descendant, Hawaii-life during those times compared to what was happening in American history.  It was truly fascinating to visit with the 5 th graders as they shared their expertise on an  area/person of those times.  Mahalo!

So much to see and learn outside of this learning environment.  So grateful for the kokua from makua and aloha from Aunties Ala and Joy!

Mahalo to all the ‘ohana of Papa Mālaa‘o for the donation of Easter eggs and treats!  Your keiki had a fun egg hunt!  Mahalo to the mom squad who came in to hide the eggs as well!

What fun we had joining our middle school brothers and sisters for their first comic con.  These students presented information about the table of elements in such an interesting fashion- through comic books and live action they explained to us a chosen element in a manner that was interesting and easy to understand .

This week we had a giant dolphin come to school!  Captain Mark shared interesting information about dolphins using a giant inflatable as a teaching tool.  We learning about the body parts, fishing method and just how intelligent this wonderful mammal is!  We even got to go inside!  Mahalo to Kumu Kanani for setting up this experience for us!

Recently we visited the seventh grader students at our middle school to see their gardening efforts and receive kokua in planting seeds that we hope will become our “pizza garden”!

Mahalo to Mrs. Rosehill for a fun afternoon of drawing about our favorite things on our sidewalks!