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5th Grade Play – Lei Kaʻapuni Honua

Mahalo to the 5th graders for the invitation and opportunity to witness such an amazing play.  We know that your kumu and kupuna are proud of the good work you accomplished through this learning journey.  Please take time to read … Continue reading

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Mālama Maunalua FT

On February 7,2018, Pū’ulu Koa visited and worked in Maunalua Bay.  There we learned from Aunty Pua about the Ko’olau Mountain Watershed Partnership, we learned from Uncle Jason about the significance in caring for our water systems (streams, estuary (muliwai) … Continue reading

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The Amazing Zine!

On Monday, November 20th, 2017 our students had the opportunity to speak directly with media professionals from FLUX Magazine Hawaii.  Students were able to discuss the creative process of making magazines with a specific theme. Zines are a creative way … Continue reading

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The Marvel of Making Graphic Novels

On Thursday, November 16th, 2017 7th grade classes were introduced to Aaron Kuder, illustrator for Marvel Comics.  This session was designed around understanding the creative process for student authors and artists creating graphic narratives.  Students were able to see the … Continue reading

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He Hawai’i Au – Kumu Kawika Eyre and Uncle Brook Parker

On Monday, October 30, 2017, the 7th grade classes were able to learn from Kumu Kawika and Uncle Brook.  They are the author and artist of the book: Kamehameha in addition to their other work in their repertoire.  The mana’o … Continue reading

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Camp Erdman

Bonding.  Facing challenges.  Meeting new friends. Eating good food. Solving problems. Archery. Hiking. Learning. Working together.  Odyssey. These are some of the words that describe our time at camp.  The memories that students are making this week thanks to the … Continue reading

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Visit to Archives, Midkiff Learning Center, and Bishop Museum

On September 27 and 28, the Koa students were able to visit the KS Archives at Midkiff Learning Center and Bishop Museum.  While there they learned about Hawaiian artifacts and history.  Mahalo to the kumu, parents, docents and LC staff … Continue reading

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Welcome to Koa Team

The year is off to a fast start and we are already one month into the school year.  We have just finished up MAP testing and are preparing for our first field trip to Punaluʻu Lōʻi on September 13.  Please … Continue reading

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