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Kanu o ka ‘ĀinaKanu o ka ‘Āina PCS Volume: 17 Issue: 18 Ka La 14, `Apelila 2017

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Aloha Kakou,We come from a place where generations of ancestors lived in a way that strived for greatness. They traversed oceans and thrived on these little islands. Their skills allowed them to be successful. Their rela-tionship with the environment was healthy and they were intimately connected to it. What skills does one need to remain a native of the land and thrive today and into the future? We find the answers in our moʻolelo, in our history. We find the answers in the foundation of this school. Kanu o ka ʻĀina means “natives of the land from generations back” The name reflects the commitment of our school, our staff, our students, and their families to perpetuate Hawaiʻi’s native language, culture and traditions. It also demonstrates our efforts to assure that future generations of Waimea residents have the choice to remain natives of this land. It is joyful each day at KANU, with a quality choice in educa-tion and an ongoing focus on growth and excellence at all levels. Students are steadily striving to reach their nuʻu, and demonstrate the dedication and discipline it takes to kūlia. We should all take pride in the work we do. We should all be active in our kuleana. We should all be joyful in our participation, and we should all rise to challenges and take advantage of opportunities to kūlia in every aspect of life.

This time of the year is very exciting, because it is a time of hōʻike, a time where the years learning is measured and shared with the community. A measurement of the individual and the collective with a strive to kūlia i ka nuʻu. Hula Drama is fast approaching and testing is in full swing. Remain makaʻala – alert, aware and vigilant. What is positively developed today has the potential to thrive for generations.

ʻŌlelo Noʻeau

Makaʻala ke kanaka kāhea manu.A man who calls birds should be always be alert.

One who wishes to succeed should be alert to every opportunity, like one who catches birds by imitating their cries.

Hōkūlea - Lei kaapuni HonuaIn her Mālama Honua World Wide Voyage, voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa has sailed across the Earths oceans to join and grow the global movement toward a more sustainable world. She shares a message that we must carefully steward this gift of the natural world if we are to survive together. A message that we need to protect cultural resources and environ-mental resources for future generations.

On Wednesday April 12, 2017 our community gathered together for a send-off celebration. The event was put on by the Waimea Education Hui, Malaʻai Garden, Richard Smart Grant, Waimea Hawaiian Civic Club, many community mem-bers and ʻohana waʻa. Kanu o ka ʻĀina participated in the event with an art table which provided supplies and guidance for individuals to create a message on a flag. The individual art pieces will be sewn together into a flag as a gift from our community to the crew members of the last leg of the World Wide Voyage, Tahiti to Hawaiʻi. It was a successful commu-nity send-off celebration event of food, lei, mele, and blessing of crew members.

Hōkūleʻa Homecoming: June 2017 - Arrival Ceremony & Celebration Saturday, June 17, 2017 Magic Island, Oʻahu - June 18-20, 2017, Mālama Honua Fair & Summit, and Hōkūleʻa Canoe Tours Hawaiʻi Convention Center, June 19, 2017 PVS Benefit Dinner. For more information: www.hokulea.com

Tips for Testing

Teacher Appreciation / National Charter School Week

Testing is amongst us. It is important that we support students and encourage them to do their best. It can be a stress-ful time for all, with pressure on teachers, parents, administration and especially students. Let’s remember to simply be motivated and offer encouragement. Celebrate success on every level. To help students be comfortable in testing, KANU’s testing environment includes motivational music, healthy snacks, mints, diffusers and great staff and teach-er support. Mahalo nui to the parents/ʻohana that have contributed to positively impacting student success.

Some Test-Taking Tips for Students - by: TeacherVision

1. Have a positive attitude 2. The night before. Remember your brain and body need sleep to function well, so don’t stay up late.3. The morning of the test. Did you know that you think better when you have a full stomach? Don’t skip breakfast the morning of the test. Get to school early.4. Test Time. Before the test begins make sure you have everything you need 5. Manage your time. Scan through the test. It’s okay to read the questions first 6. I’m Stuck. Those tricky problems can knock you off balance. Don’t get worried or frustrated. Reread the question to make sure you understand it and then try to solve it the best way you know how. If you’re still stuck, circle it and move on. You can come back to it later.7. Multiple-choice questions. The process of elimination can help you to choose the correct answer. Start by crossing off the answer that couldn’t be right.8. I’m done! Not so fast – when you complete the last item in the test, remember that you’re not done yet, check the clock and go back to review your answers making sure you didn’t make any careless mistakes.

MAY 2017, TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK We celebrate our KUMU & deliver thanks and gratitude to them for the work they do every day. The work they do impacts so many lives and extends far beyond the classroom and our ʻohana. Our teachers at KANU go above and beyond to teach and nurture our keiki. During the first week of May, show your appreciation. Take the time to MAHALO teachers. The Pūʻulu ʻAukahi Mākua group will be coordinating a Teacher Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, May 5, 2017.

MAY 2017, NATIONAL CHARTER SCHOOL WEEK Every year National Charter Schools Week gives us the chance to raise awareness about our amazing school. We celebrate Hawaiʻi’s charter school movement which serves thousands of students across numerous schools! It exemplifies the movements commitment to giving families high-quality education choices, practicing innovative academic approaches and garnering students results. Charter schools fill a need within a community. Charter schools are given flexibility to be more innovative while being held ac-countable for improved student outcomes. Charter schools are independent tuition free public schools. Charter Schools around the state and nation are delivering results, and studies show that students in charter schools do better than their traditional school peers. Research also finds that charter school students are more likely to graduate from high school, go to college, stay in college and have higher earnings in early adulthood. Kanu o ka ʻĀina is in the DOE’s top 10 schools in the state with a 5 year on-time graduation and college acceptance rate. 30% of high school seniors of 2016 graduated with dual degrees. KANU has received a full term of ac-creditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) for its PK-12 program. There are nearly 200 applicants on the enrollment waitlist with high demand for our Kindergarten program.

Ua ao Hawaiʻi ke ʻōlino nei malamalama. Hawaiʻi is enlightened, for the brightness of day is here.

Hawaiʻi is in an era of education.ʻŌlelo Noʻeau Hawaiian Proverbs & Poetical Sayings (2773)

April Birthdays 9 Belshe, Cheyenne 18 Tuifua, Aminiasi 23 Dudoit-Lat, Jocelyn1 Berezney, Elena 10 Hurley, Kahokua’ia’i 18 Smith, Clarissa 23 Klask, Lilinoe 2 Akau, Lehia 11 Nagata, Temana 19 Cummings, Ayzen 24 Warfield, Makayla2 Kaono, Kalama 13 McGrath, Maci 19 Lynch, Alara 24 Dayton-Smith, Kala’e 5 Arnow, Charlotte 13 Anderson, Omni 20 Carpenter-Horsley, River 25 Mossman, Eva6 Sproat, Naia 14 Bernard-Erece, Blaysin 20 Nishida, Taylin 25 Lynch, Alexander7 Holt, Rebekah 14 Holt, John 20 Gacayan-Casuga, Manti 26 Vanderpool, Spencer7 Whitley, Dani 15 Perry, Pua’ena 21 Grace, April 28 Updike, La’ikui7 Ah Lo, Poha Kea 15 Clark, ‘Ela 21 Ryan, Caliesta 29 Heileson, Jessie

7 Rambow, Charles 16 Crail Naluai Kaha’iakanalu 22 Mehau, Iwalani 29 Kaneshiro, Asher

8 Delenia, Aukai 16 Yamamoto, Sayuri 22 Kauka, Pohaku

8 Hopkins, Sachi 17 Akima, A’lycea 22 Hing, Kailee-Lyn 9 Apana, Henry Grath 18 Ferri, Diego

APRIL TESTING DATES (18-20, 25-26)4/22/2017 KEIKI FEST Parker Ranch Center 9 am - 1 pm 5/1/2017 STUDENT ART EXHIBIT @ ISSAC ART CTR 5/13/2017 CHARITY WALK5/2/2017 **Teacher Appreciation Day** 5/ 19&20 /2017 HULA DRAMA5/5/2017 TEACHER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON 5/26/2017 *GRADUATION*5/6/2017 SCIENCE INNOVATORS FAIR @ KANU KANU

SCIENCE INNOVATORS FAIR – May 6, 2017 at KANU 9:00 am -1:00 pm. Third Annual North Hawaiʻi Innovators Fair hosted by KANU includes workshops for students and parents, exhibits, student displays, STEM opportunities, robotics, rocketry, and more. Come and join us for fun science activities and support the food concession by KANU’s Jr. Class.

CHARITY WALK: TEAM KANU – 39th Annual Charity Walk ~ Saturday, May 13, 2017, Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Hawaiʻi. Runners start at 6:45 am, Walkers start at 7:00 am. The walk/ run is just a few miles and then the rest of the day will be free for you and your ‘ohana to enjoy the music, food and entertainment. Kanu o ka ʻĀina team will raise funds for youth sports programs. All students are encouraged to participate with their ʻohana. Even if you are unable to make it on the day of the walk, please collect donations and turn in your envelopes, every dollar counts! If each family turns in a $35 donation we will reach our goal. CHARITY WALK PACKETS HAVE BEEN SENT HOME WITH YOUR CHILDS NAME AND DUE DATE ON THE FRONT. PACKETS AND MONIES no later than FRIDAY APRIL 21, 2017.

HULA DRAMA – Friday, May 19, 2017 at 9:30 am and 6:30 pm & Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Kahilu Theater. If you have not done so already, turn in you Hula Drama ticket order forms and polo shirt order forms to the office. DUE 4/21/17.

COMMUNITY

TALK-STORY SERIES with Kuʻulei Keakealani! Tuesdays, April,18 and 25, 2017 from 4:00 -5:30 pm. Sponsored by Waimea Ed-ucation Hui and Waimea Middle School in WMS Classroom L03A (center of campus). Free, all invited. Explore moʻolelo (stories) of Hawai’i Island’s “Wahi Pana” – Celebrated Places! Each week, participants will hear a mo’olelo (story), and extract place names which will be the basis of a “working session” to explore meanings and other pertinent information regarding each place name.

STUDENT ART EXHIBIT at ISSACS ART CENTER – May 1, 2017, Students in grades PK-12 grade, teachers & faculty are en-couraged to participate in this year’s exhibition. April 20, 2017 art submission deadline. Flyer and registration forms forthcoming. KANU contact: Kanoa Castro or Keliko Hurley.

WAIMEA SCHOOL MAY DAY- May 12, 2017 at Kahilu Theater. Open to the community. Performance at 5:30 pm

KA ULU LAUHALA O KONA - May 24-27, 2017. The 22nd Annual Lauhala Conference at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel, please share with friends/family that would like to attend. Info: Pualani Muraki – lolay1@hawaii.rr.com or 808-989-6008.

BOOK TO FILM

Do you love to read? Do you find yourself getting lost in an enjoyable book? Do you love watching movies? If you do come and join our club. Come and see what it is all about…

• Tuesdays- Library

• 3:00pm to 4:30pm

• Grades 3-5

• Book Fee- $5

• Scholarships are available for qualifying Kanu students WE WILL BE STARTING A NEW BOOK SOON!!!

Snack Making

Looking for an alternative snack option for your keiki? Why not have them learn how to make it themsevles. Students will be learning how to make snacks that not only taste good, but are also good for them. Parents are welcome to come as well.

• Starting April 7th

• Fridays- Hālau Puke Building

• 3:00pm

• All ages welcome

• Free

AFTER SCHOOL programs

KALO 21st CCLC info@kalo.org

Ke Kumu'Aina

Haumana will learn to identify native Hawaiian plants and their cultural uses, understand the environments in which they grow, and engage in scientific field research. Students will be taken to Ulu Lā‘au – Waimea Nature Park and enjoy hands-on workshops and ‘āina-based activities at the heart of Waimea town. Transportation will be available, students will be picked up by 3pm and brought back to campus by 5pm.

• Starting April 26th

• Wednesday- Ulu Laʻau : Waimea Nature Park

• 3:00pm to 5:00pm

• Grades 1st – 12th

• Free

Issacs Art Center

Students will visit the Isaacs Art Center to learn about several of the most important contributors to Hawaii’s cultural legacy, including artists Herb Kawainui Kane and Madge Tennent. Onsite lessons will engage students with significant original artworks in the Center’s collection, chronicling the evolution of distinct period styles in Hawaiian art and their relationships to both the islands’ history and broader art movements around the world. Transportation will be provided.

• April 28th, May 12th and 19th

• Friday- Issacs Art Center ( Art Museum )

• Between 1:00pm and 4:30pm

• Grades 1st- 5th

• Free

Cirque ‘ohana

Ever wondered or wanted to learn how to walk on stilts, ride a unicycle or maybe even learn how to juggle? Come on over and learn the many different skills that are used in the circus.

• Wednesday- gym lanai

• 3:00pm – 4:30pm

• Grades 4 – 12

• $25 Fee

• Scholarships are available for qualifying Kanu students.

WAIKAUNU HULA

E Komomai!! Come and join Kumu Nicole and some of our Kanu keiki in learning the art of telling a story through the ancient dance of hula..

• Mondays – Hoʻolako

• Time- 3:00pm – 4:30pm

• Grades K-6

• FREE

AFTER SCHOOL KEIKI

CARE

Keiki care is available after school daily, for parents who need childcare. A typical afternoon includes an after-school snack, homework time, and some playtime outside. Keiki will also do iPad and computer lab activities, art projects, field games, movies, and music.

• Monday to Thursday: 2:30 pm- 5:30 pm

• Friday: 12 noon – 5:30 pm

• $100 Fee

• Scholarships are available for qualifying Kanu students.

*Important Information*

We will be holding a stilt making class for our circus program. Any parent that wants to come out and Kokua or would like to learn how to make stilts. Come on over. April 26th at the end of circus class, 4:00pm til pau.

If there are any parents who have any special skills that you would like to share with our keiki please call or email Stasia Nauka for more

information on how to sign up: 808-890-2508, stasia@kalo.org

Brought to you by: KALO 21ST Century Program

The Kohala Center’s Ke Kumu ‘Āina is a free afterschool program that takes place every Wednesday from 1:30 to 5 p.m. throughout the second semester and offers students opportunities to learn about Hawai‘i Island’s native plants. Participants will learn to identify native plants and their cultural uses, understand the environments in which they grow, and engage in scientific field research. Students will meet at Ulu Lā‘au – Waimea Nature Park and enjoy hands-on workshops and ‘āina-based activities at the heart of Waimea town.

with support from Kamehameha SchoolsThe Kohala Center is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

January 11–May 24, 2017 Wednesdays from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Ulu Lā‘au – Waimea Nature Park

Ke Kumu ‘A–ina Afterschool ProgramAn exploration of Hawai‘i Island’s native plants for elementary and middle school students

Download the application at koha.la/kekumuaina

or contact Mahina Patterson at mpatterson@kohalacenter.org or 808-887-6411 for more information

There is no cost to apply or participate! Healthy snacks provided!

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis throughout the second semester. Students may arrive/leave as needed between

the hours of 1:30 and 5 p.m.

Presented by

A project of Waimea Outdoor Circle