Aloha Mai Kākou e Ka ʻOhana Kula Waena,
Another school year has come to an end and our ʻōpio have grown as a result of many wonderful learning experiences they had throughout the year. They have risen to meet the expectations of a rigorous program and have excelled in and out of the classroom. It never ceases to amaze me when I reflect on how much our students have changed in just ten short months. Their successes are a direct result of their hard work and perserverance, coupled with the commitment we as a school ʻohana have all made to their continued growth and development. E hoʻomaikaʻi e nā ʻōpio, nā makua a me nā kumu i ko ʻoukou hana pono!
Nā ʻIʻiwi, this is it, your time in our kula waena has come to an end. We have done all we could to prepare you for the next phase of your educational journey. As you transition into high school remember all weʻve taught you; set goals and aim high! Remember, YOUR individual success contributes to the success of our ENTIRE lāhui. Make good choices!
Many of you may know that our beloved Kahu Gaymond Apaka transitioned home to our heavenly father two weeks ago. He was a steadfast disciple of Christ, encouraging students and all people he encountered to embrace the teachings and love of Jesus Christ. We are truly blessed to have had a gentle and loving Kahu as part of our ʻohana. He will definitely be missed. Please join me in sending prayers of aloha to the Apaka ʻohana.
As you know, I will be transitioning to the Associate Head of School position over the summer. This move is a bittersweet one for me as I have been a part of the middle school since 2001; first as a 6th grade teacher, then a curriculum and assessment coordinator, and most recently as poʻo kumu. While my kuleana will still keep me connected to the middle school, I will certainly miss the day-to-day interactions with our students, ʻohana, faculty and staff. Our kula waena is an amazing place, I send my sincerest aloha and mahalo for your support over the years.
I wish all of you a wonderful summer filled with rest, rejuvenation, and many wonderful memories.
Me ke aloha pumehana,
Scott De Sa, Poʻo Kumu o Ke Kula Waena