ohana handbook

Plan for one year, plant kaloPlan for ten years, plant koa

Plan for a hundred years, teach the children.

2010-2011 Ohana Handbook

NuùkiaVision

To cultivate the 21st Century Ahupuaà (Learning Community)

Ka Manaò KiaMission

-To combine the wisdom of our ancestors with the best of the 21st century

-To make learning enjoyable, relevant, and meaningful - teaching from the Kanaka maoli perspective

-To engage students in learning by providing a hands-on project and place-based learning environment that utilizes authentic resources and alternative assessments

-To nurture lifelong learners able to embrace the world of our ancestors and the 21st century; skilled and community minded with aloha and respect for self, family, and the environment.

KE KAHUA HOÒKUMU KULA(Na Kumu Waiwai Hoòkele)Foundational, Guiding Values

Òhana: Fostering healthy, strong òhana and lahui by cultivating life long learning òhana, birth to makua, then growing kupuna. Building sense of òhana within school, families, and wider community (kaiaulu) of Kauaì nei.

Òlelo: An òhana of òlelo, a space to nurture truly excellent Hawaiian language speakers rooted in the Kaua’i style of òlelo makuahine.


Àina: That which feeds (Mai Uka a i Kai) (Our definition of àina is a broad one which includes ma uka, kula, kahakai, ma kai, moana….honua)

“Àina grounds our haumana and feeds them in all ways: physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Our curriculum is Kauaì based, drawing on the wahi pana, inoa àina, moòlelo, hana, kupuna, and unique ahupuaà of this mokupuni. Through their learning our haumana malama and give back to this place.

Ma Ka Hana Ka Ìke: Our program engages haumana in learning by doing, through hard work. Our haumana not only speak and study, but live and perpetuate ka ìke Hawaiì, ka nohona kanaka, a me na loina kupuna.

Kilohana: Excellence and high quality in hana, academics, and cultural perpetuation. We foster hoòmanawanui, and ahonui, encouraging students to be patient and enduring in continually striving for mastery and depth in learning, challenging haumana to meet high standards of our kupuna.

Hoòmakaukau: Our program prepares haumana to be conscientious leaders, by giving them kuleana to direct their own learning, instilling the values to help them make the right choices, and teaching skills they need to be self-sufficient.

Ke Ea: Our program strives to be economically self sustaining, allowing our people to set goals and make decisions that direct the program to holomua (or progress) with unity. The program models and teaches independence and sustainability.


CURRICULUM and INSTRUCTION

Kanuikapono is a Hawaiian-focused charter school. Further defined, our pedagogy is based on ‘EA, or education with Aloha. We serve a high proportion of children of Hawaiian ancestry as well as socioeconomically and educationally disadvantaged children. We employ passionate and deeply committed faculty and staff. 100% of our instructional teachers are highly qualified, and oftentimes specialized in their field, with impressive credentials. We embrace a strong culture of innovation, and provide curriculum and instruction grounded in Hawaiian values, language, and cultural practices. We offer place and project-based learning designed to nurture civic responsibility by engaging young hearts and minds. We offer smaller classroom sizes, individual learning plans, and differentiated instruction for all our students. Our teachers provide a high degree of culturally relevant content and context, authentic assessment, family and community integration, and Hawaiian language development without sacrificing “best practices” in teaching. This year’s focused theme will be Sustainability through Hawaiian Culture. Together we will develop an appreciation and increased practice of malama ‘aina, food/plant production, studying the land and ocean for planting and fishing timelines, and learning the Hawaiian cultural/ancestral values around these practices.

FACILITIES This year the Jr. K through First Grade classes will be held at Hale Hikina . We share this space with the Kamehameha pre-school. Shared space requires consideration by and for both our learning ‘ohana, and that of the pre-school. Please use our driveway, and designated parking areas at all times. Grades 2 and up will be located at the newly constructed Kanuikapono Learning Center. We would like to thank KANU INC., Kamehameha Schools, the Native Plants project team, and all of our students, parents, and community supporters for their generous support and hardwork towards the completion of Phase I.


ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE & CONTACT INFORMATION

MAILING ADDRESS:

KANUIKAPONO PCS KANUIKAPONO, INC.P.O. BOX 12 P.O. BOX 250ANAHOLA, HI 9670 ANAHOLA, HI 96703

HALE HIKINA KALALEA UKA4109 KEALIA ROAD 4-4911 KUHIO HWY (808) 823-9160 (808) 822-9032

OFFICE HOURS:MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (except as indicated on school calendar)

SCHOOL HOURS:INSTRUCTION: MON – FRI 7:45AM – 2:30 PM (except as indicated on school calendar)DROP OFF BETWEEN 7:30 – 7:45 AM PICK-UP BETWEEN 2:30-2:45 PM (1:30-1:45 PM on Wed.)

CONTACTS:IPO TORIO-KA`UHANEExecutive Director, Principal(808) 822-9032 (office)[email protected]

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFFDELTON JOHNSONHuman Resource Manager/PR(808) 823-9160 (office)(808) 249-2657 (cell.) [email protected]

MEALOHA MONTGOMERY KAINANI GONZALEZ Site Coordinator SIS Manager/Registrar(808)822-9032 (office) (808) 823-9160 (office)[email protected] (808) 652-1570 [email protected]


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INSTRUCTIONAL STAFFSARAH SCHOENFELD SHELBY DABINHui Kamaliì Teacher (grades Pre K-1) Hui Pulapula Teacher (grade 1)[email protected] [email protected]

SUSAN ROWLAND TAYLOR DABINHui Kamaliì Eduacational Assistant Hui Pulapula Educational [email protected] [email protected]

KAMEALOHA HANOHANO SMITH SHANNON BROWNHui Muò Teacher (grade 2) Hui Honua Teacher (grade 3)[email protected] [email protected]

ANNIE WINTHROP-TORIO MAULIOLA COOK Hui Liko Teacher (grades 4-5) Cultural and Performing Arts [email protected] Resource Teacher [email protected]

DINAH CHAO - 9-12 Advisor LEIALOHA SANCHEZ Humanities 6-8 Advisor/Ìke HawaiiMiddle and High-school Middle and [email protected] [email protected]

ERIN GROSS WILSON - Science STEVE GROSS-Math TeacherMiddle and High-School Middle and [email protected] [email protected] KANOA CHUNG Facilities Development Coordinator &Design and Build-Middle and High-School


























MIDDLE AND HIGH-SCHOOLAunty Dinah is thrilled to be a part of the Kanuikapono ‘ohana. Dinah is dedicated to offering her students an education that maximizes environmental and cultural techniques. In addition to her work with children, Dinah is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science that gives her the opportunity to study acquiring information and literacy skills. This is Auntie Dinah’s 3rd year as a teacher at Kanuikapono. Dinah is the advisory for all high-school students and will offer a challenging and engaging language arts and social studies instructional program.

Leialoha Sanchez wants everyone to know that if you were to visit her classroom you would see, hear, and feel “Hawaiian Alive”. She is our `olelo hawaii and social studies teacher. She also serves on the school’s leadership team as the `ike Hawaii Director. Lei is a masterful curriculum coordinator, planner, and teacher of all ages.

Aunty Erin Gross Wilson was raised on the North Shore of Kaua’i, and is thrilled to be back. She graduated from Occidental College with a degree in Geology, and has just completed her Masters Degree in Secondary Science Education from Montana State University. Auntie Erin has 15 years of teaching experience with students of all ages, and most recently comes to us from Kamehameha Schools. She speaks Spanish fluently, and is hard at work learning Hawaiian. An avid traveler, Erin was fortunate to combine her love of teaching with her love of travel when she participated in “Teachers Without Borders”, going to China and South Africa to teach both teachers and students Chemistry and Physics. Auntie Erin is active in protecting the environment, especially the beaches and reefs. She loves the ocean, and when not chasing after her 20 month-old daughter, can be usually found body surfing, snorkeling, or long-distance swimming.

Steve Gross Wilson aims to to nurture all students love and passion for math by making math relevant and practical. He has nearly a decade of teaching math in Hawaii’s public school system. He is excited to be working with a dynamic middle and high school team and looks forward to the many wonderful projects in store for our students this year.

ELEMENTARYAloha, I am Aunty Annie. I am a graduate from UH Manoa, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. I grew up on Kaua’i, and am very excited to be bringing all the gifts of learning I received while away. I am even more excited to be starting my 3rd year as a teacher at Kanuikapono, and working with the amazing faculty, staff, and student body. I have so enjoyed teaching the students of Kanuikapono. I love children, and in my spare time can be found at the beach with family and friends.

My name is Kamealoha Smith and I was raised in Anahola during a time when the only option in regards to education was taking the bus to Kapa'a School. While I felt that my time at Kapa'a was time well spent, I cannot express how grateful I am that there are more options for our keiki, especially those from Anahola. For the past 4 years, I've been on the Big Island teaching in the Hawaiian immersion schools, before this teaching at UH Manoa, and prior to this teaching in the Japanese public school system. I plan to use my international education along with my upbringing


on Kauai to offer students a unique learning experience that reflects my love for my people, our culture, our language, and our relationship with the 'aina. The school is the "piko" of the community and when people in Anahola hear the keiki oli in morning, when they see them exploring the ocean, when they see them working the kalo, and when you see them hard at work with project-based curriculum, I hope everyone will realize that education is not simply about learning what is in the book or restricting learning to just the usual four walls approach, but about using all the senses of the keiki so they can realize their full potential, not only as students but as full participating beings in the community, in Hawaii, and in the global community. Me keia mana'o, I look forward to working with each and everyone of the parents, kupuna, and community members in helping our students achieve what is absolutely possible as keiki of Anahola and East Hawaii - learned, successful, and confident keiki! Let us all stand together with courage, like kupuna before us, and fight for the right to have a Hawaiian Project-based Education! Me Ka Ha'aha'a, Kamealoha Smith

My name is Shannon Brown. It is with great enthusiasm that I will have the opportunity to work at Kanuikapono and teach third grade this year! I look forward to embracing everyone and working together in a Hawaiian based project school. I am excited to teach the children, explore the ocean and embrace all of our talents. I have been teaching for six years in first and second grades in Colorado and California. Children learn best when getting to own their own explorations, and I am so happy to get the opportunity to sing with them. I have a trained voice and enjoy singing opera arias and performing. I look forward to getting to know all! Thanks!

Aunty Shelby is born and raised here on Kauai. A graduate of Kapaa High School, she continued her education at Chaminade University and UH Manoa. Obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, she has taught in the public and private school system for over 20 years. Experience includes teaching Kindergarten, grades 1, 2, 4, Middle and High, Student Activities Coordinator and Assistant Athletic Director. Her passion is in the performing arts and looks forward to incorporating this aspect of creativity into her lessons taught here at Kanuikapono. Shelby loves animals, hiking, swimming, bike riding and spending quality time with her three children and husband.

Aunty Sarah has recently relocated to Kaua’i from Southern California, and is very exicted about joining the Kanuikapono ‘ohana! “I graduated from California State University, Long Beach, with a degree in Liberal Arts, and amyMultiple Subject Teaching Credentials. Last summer I was lucky enough to travel aboard the University of Virginia’s MV Explorer. I participated in their Teachers At Sea Program while visiting Russia, Egypt, and many European ports. Most recently, I taught at a Learning Center where I was employed for 5 years. The majority of my teaching experience is in Pre-K and Kindergarten, and am looking forward to working with the keiki at Kanuikapono. I love to cook, and am an avid snowboarder and wake boarder. I have recently taken up paddle boarding, and am extremely excited about living on Kaua’i, and enjoying all my favorite water sports, and explore all of the hiking possibilities.”


EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTSMy name is Tayler Kilileo Dabin I am currently attending the University of Hawaii at Manoa, through the Statewide Bachelors in Elementary Education program. I have completed my first year of student observation at Kilauea Elementary School in Richards Larson’s fifth grade class and Nanea Sproats first grade class. In the Fall of my senior year, I will start student teaching at Kapa’a Elementary School in Chris Martin-Rowell’s first grade class. I am looking to graduate with my bachelors in elementary education in the spring of 2011. I worked as a ParaPro tutor at Kapaa Elementary for the past year, in all eight of the fourth grade classrooms. It is my pleasure to be working at Kanuikapono in Pulapula-grade one, with my mother, Shelby Dabin.

My name is Susan Rowland, also known at Kanuikapono PCS as Grandma, Grandma Susan, Aunty Susan, and my all time favorite: “Aunty Grandma”! In the past, I was an Educational Assistant at two of the elementary schools here on Kaua‘i and worked primarily with students in Special Education. Some of these children did not have any problems mentally, but were having problems emotionally. Almost every one of them just needed someone to show an interest in them and to make them feel important and motivated. Once they realized that it is actually fun to learn, they made great strides in their school work and not only did they show great joy in learning, their bad behavior began to disappear. My style of teaching / tutoring is based on having fun learning, but also having good manners and discipline. This is something they can experience all through their lives if taught and practiced at an early age. Although I have worked at many other jobs in my lifetime, working at the schools with the children has been the most enjoyable and in turn, the most rewarding. I am looking forward to and am really excited about spending another year working at Kanuikapono Public Charter School and working with the incredible, awe-inspiring, talented, and dedicated group of founders, board members, teachers, staff, parents, volunteers, and of course, the wonderful keiki!

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TEAMUncle Delton is originally from California, where he earned a BA in Psychology and Sociology from San Diego State University. After receiving his degree, he continued his education by completing an extensive training in Psycho/Structural Bodywork, and maintained a successful small business as a physical therapist for the next ten years. Uncle Delton first came to Hawai’i when he accepted a position as General Manager of a retreat center on the Puna coast of the Big Island. He enjoyed seven years of service there, and immersed himself in the study of Hawaiian culture and environmental issues. Upon moving to Kaua’i, Delton applied his business and people skills to managing a small retail business. He joined Kanuikapono in 2008 as Business Manager. He is grateful to have found a venue to blend his business experience with his love for Hawaiian culture and environmental studies.

Linda George brings with her more than 25 years of experience in Special Education and Student Support Services. Linda is looking forward to learning more about the Hawaiian culture, getting to know our school community, and working with teachers and students to provide them with the support they need to be successful.


Aloha, I am Kainani Gonzalez. I am Kapaa Highschool graduate and am very pleased and happy to be working at Kanuikapono. My passions include sports, keiki, and hula. This will be my third year serving the school as an administrative assistant. This is a dream job for me!

Mealoha Montgomery has been involved with Native Education and Community Renewal for all of her adult life. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in coordinating, networking, planning, and communication. Mealoha rocks at Volleyball, and hopes to start a Kanuikapono volleyball team during her spare time this year. She is a proud mom of four, two of which attend Kanuikapono.

LEADERSHIP TEAMAuntie Ipo is the Executive Director, Principal of Kanuikapono, a position she has held for going on 9 years. Auntie Ipo wants everyone to know that building this school is her life’s dream, and none of this would exist today if not for her entire ohana that have been a part of this vision over the last 10 years. The school continues to grow and thrive because of the many friends and supporters in our community. Ipo’s focus this year will be to continue to develop capacity both at the school and community level.

Kanani Aton, is the schools program officer and intends to strengthen the school’s instructional program and assist with the accreditation process.

Several Staff members serve key areas of leadership responsibility. The leadership team is guided by well-rounded and experienced Board of Directors.

LOCAL SCHOOL BOARD OF DIRECTORSPUNA DAWSON (President) CHRISTOBEL KEALOHA (Community)KAMAHALO KA`UHANE (Vice President) MALI RODEN (Teaching Staff)NANI ROGERS (Secretary) STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE (Vacant)DELTON JOHNSON (Administrative Staff -Treasurer) SUSAN STROM (Parent) STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE (Vacant)


ADMISSION POLICIESKanuikapono will not discriminate against any student based on race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, income, or disability in its admissions process. Kanuikapono welcomes students, and does not select students based on their academic performance and/or behavior. By choosing to apply to Kanuikapono, parents accept responsibilities for their child’s education. All interested students are welcomed and encouraged to apply, provide they ensure genuine interest and commitment to:

(1) Be an active, positive, contributing member of our learning ‘ohana(2) Demonstrate a basic understanding of our mission and values, & traditions(3) Demonstrate consistent appropriate behavior

Applications are accepted for any students entering grades K – 12. An interview is then scheduled to give the potential student the opportunity to demonstrate writing and math capabilities in a casual manner. This is also a time for parents to ask questions and educate themselves as to how Kanuikapono and the public charter school system works. The admissions committee is usually comprised of one teacher, an administrator, and a local school board member.

Applications are reviewed on a first come, first serve basis. All applications will be reviewed, and interviews scheduled. If openings are available, late applications will then be reviewed. Should there be more applicants than openings, Kanuikapono refers to the following list of acceptance priorities:

(a) Children of staff/board members in good standing(b) Siblings of existing students(c) Subsequently follows order of waiting list.(d) Students who display interest in and/or demonstrate the practice of Hawaiian culture and

language.


ATTENDANCE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Kanuikapono Attendance PolicyAttending school every day, on time, is an essential component of Kanuikapono’s requirements and academic success. Regular attendance in class is essential, and is the sole responsibility of the student and his/her family. Kanuikapono’s educational program is designed to keep students engaged, challenged, and excited about learning. The experiential learning provided by the teachers and project staff cannot be made up. State of Hawai’i Compulsory Attendance StatutesUnless there are special circumstances, all children between the ages of six and eighteen, as of January 1 of any school year, are required to attend either a public or private school, and any parent, guardian, or other person responsible for the child must send the child to school. If any school aged child who has not been excluded from school, does not regularly attend school, the school, police, or any other person may inform the family court judge, who will then summon the child and the parents (or other persons responsible for the child) to court. The failure of the responsible adult to require the child to attend school regularly is punishable as a petty misdemeanor. [H.R.S. 302A-1135 (19980]

Excessive AbsencesStudents with 15 or more absences in one semester, including excused absences, may not earn credit, and individual contracts will be established. Students with 30 or more absences in an academic school year, or more than 15 absences for two consecutive semesters, may be transferred out of Kanuikapono. The administration reserves the right to review cases on an individual basis. The DOE has specific requirements about how many absences a student can utilize during a quarter or semester and certain mandates have to be followed, or can result in a student having to repeat the grade level.

Absences due to Illness or BereavementWhenever a student is absent due to illness, the following procedure needs to be followed:(1) Phone call – parents/guardians need to call the school office before 9:00 a.m. on the day

of the student’s absence. The school office number is 823-9160. If there is no answer, then please leave a brief message on the phone with your return phone number, the name of the student, the reason they are ill, and when they expect to return to school. This procedure has not been followed by parents regularly in the past, which then requires the school to call. This takes up much extra work time when the school is forced to call regarding a student’s absence, so parents/guardians calling in on behalf of the student is much appreciated. This also assists if a student is truant, unbeknownst to the parent/guardian, because then if the school contacts the parent, both parties are aware of a truancy. The parent is expected to assist the student to pick up any homework to be made up at home while absent, and brought back by the student upon returning to school.


(2) Returning from Absence – a medical note should be presented to the office by the student or parent upon returning to school. This note should reflect any restrictions from school activities.

Off-Campus AppointmentsDental, medical, or other necessary appointments should be scheduled outside the school day, whenever possible. When it is not possible to do so, a written note, to be placed in the child’s cumulative file, must be submitted to the office to document each absence. Administrative approval must be gained by the parent before the child is released from school. The child will be released only to care givers on record in the child’s cumulative file.

Tardies –Students arrive after Piko are late and need to check in with the office, and then attend class where their teacher will record the tardy. Students who arrive after 11:00am are considered absent. Be advised that five tardies convert to an absence. Excessive tardies may require an ohana meeting and result in a lower quarter grade.


Nutrition (Snack and Lunch)Students are required to bring a healthy snack and lunch each day. Candy, soda, and any other caffeinated drinks (ie. Arizona Iced Tea and energy drinks) are prohibited. Be sure that your child has had a big breakfast and good nights rest. Remember your children cannot learn if they are hungry.

Student PlannersStudents are required to consistently use the school planner or class folder provided by the school to record daily homework assignments and school memos. It is essential that parents ask for the planner and/or any other homework logs to participate in consistent daily communication between teacher and parent. Parents may refer to the school directory to contact any teacher directly concerning their child’s academic standing.

Dress CodeUniforms are required at Kanuikapono. Uniforms consist of a Kanuikapono t-shirt or polo shirt that can be worn with khaki,navy blue, or denim shorts, pants, or skorts (skorts should never be shorter than 2 inches above the knee). Slippers or shoes are required, and it is advisable to also have a pair of athletic shoes on hand for the student to participate in Ola Kino, and after-school recreational events. Consistent disregard for dress code may result in a parent conference. In the event that your child does not come to school in uniform, the school will call home to ask for a uniform, if available the student will be lent a loaner uniform, or parents will be billed for a new uniform.

InsuranceAll Kanuikapono PCS students are required to be covered under some form of medical insurance. Otherwise, Student Accident Insurance should be purchased.


HUI MAKUA (Parent Group)

Papa Makua (Hawaiian Language Classes - Thursday 2:30-3:30pm at KLC)Kanuikapono provides weekly Hawaiian Language classes and monthly cultural workshops to the Kanuikapono ‘ohana. Please demonstrate your commitment and appreciation of the school’s vision and mission by attending regularly.

Halawai Makua (Parent Night - Every 1st Thusday of the Month that school is in session)Makua are required to attend monthly meetings to be current with what is going on both in and out of the classroom, special events, and komike (committee) updates. A portion of our meeting time is reserved for planning, collaboration, and parent development.

Hana Makua (Parent Volunteer)All parents are required to volunteer a minimum of 12 hours per semester in school-wide improvement efforts and/or events by actively serving on a komike (committee). Additionally, makua will be assigned to clean the school facilities or grounds once each quarter. Furthermore, makua are expected to participate in at least two of the four quarterly ohana workdays.

Papa Alakaì (Parent Leadership)The parent group is guided and coordinated by the Papa Alakaì. The papa alakaì is typically made up of committee chairs and meets regularly with the Executive Director and site coordinator to prioritize the needs of the school and identify strategies and activities to meet those needs.

KOMIKE DESCRIPTIONSKOMIKE KOKUATo assist with student supervision before school, during recess, and after school. To assist teachers with project-based activities in and out of the classroom.

KOMIKE KUKULU HALETo assist with construction projects and project Fridays.

KOMIKE MALAMA ‘AINA (Gardening and recycling)To assist with establishing and maintaining garden projects. To develop and maintain a school and community wide recycling program

KOMIKE LAÀU (Native Plants Committee)To assist with the propagation, maintenance, and cultural landscape of native plants.

KOMIKE KALA (FUNDRAISING)To coordinate and provide for various fundraising needs proposals and events.

KOMIKE HO’OKIPA (HOSPITALITY)To act as a welcome committee for visitors and special events. To send out thank you cards and acknowledge birthdays, deaths, and accomplishments of individuals in the learning ohana.

KOMIKE OHANA (CULTURE/SPECIAL EVENTS)To coordinate activities and events that enrich our learning experience of the Hawaiian Culture and ‘olelo Hawai’i like the Campus Blessing, Live Aloha Festival, Mokihana Festival, Emalani Festival, Earth Day, May Day, and Hoìke.


Comprehensive Student Support ServicesThe CSSS component is a system of levels of support for students who become a focus of concern for teachers who work with them. This may be the student who struggles with a particular concept, or a student who is excessively absent, or simply falling behind. Whatever it may be, there are three levels of support. They are:

1. In-class Support provided by the Teacher Basic support for all students, including brief one-on-one time with the teacher, preferential seating, peer tutoring, extra help during recess;Informal additional support through collaboration. These may include a regularly scheduled study hall period, regular one-on-one time with the teacher, after school extra help, differentiated instruction;

2. Intervention Student Support Team (SST) design an action plan addressing the student’s needs, intervention is documented.

3. Specialized services from the DOE and/or other agencies, including the SSM developing an action plan under Section 504, or an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) under IDEA, Chapter 56. At this level there are equitable, procedural safeguards, and other legal requirements that demand compliance. This level of required services are generally beyond the scope of services offered by Kanuikapono and may require the student to transfer to another school to receive special services beyond what Kanuikapono is able to offer.

STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDSKanuikapono may not possess the ability to provide FAPE to students identified as Special Education, as defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), or on a 504 Plan. As a result, an IEP meeting with Kanuikapono staff and parents must be conducted for all new students identified as Special Education or 504 prior to the start of school. This meeting will provide a clear assessment of the student’s individual needs, and a determination of the ability of Kanuikapono to meet these needs. Students who have difficulty walking, swimming, or accessing outdoor sites will be given equal, nondiscriminatory consideration in the selection process. If they are unable to fully participate in some outdoor activities, these students and their families will be requested to develop creative, alternate ways to participate and contribute to the learning process. Applicants with special needs will be evaluated by the instructional staff, with consultation with the family to determine if Kanuikapono is qualified to provide the required services. In some cases, the law may require that a student transfers to the “home school”, in this case Kapa`a elementary, middle, or high school, to receive necessary and appropriate services.


SCHOOL LEVEL DISCIPLINE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

The Purpose of School Administered Discipline:1. To promote and maintain a safe and secure educational environment.2. To instill proper behavioral patterns which will prove beneficial to the educational process

with each student in mind, and their personal development.3. To discourage students from behaviors or acts which are self-destructive, self-defeating, or

anti-social, and endeavor to instill positive reinforcement, wherever possible;4. Maintain proper student conduct to ensure that educational activities and responsibilities

are not interfered with, or disrupted.

Kanuikapono is a Public charter School that is mandated to abide by the requirements of Chapter 19 H.R.S.

There are four categories of prohibited conduct. Classes A, B, and C offenses are determined by State Law or Departmental Policy. Class D offenses are those that are determined and enforced by the individual schools and their local School Boards.

1. Class A Offenses – Unlawful Conduct a. Assault b. Burglary c. Dangerous weapons, substances, or instruments, possession or use of; d. Drug paraphernalia, possession, use, or sale of; e. Extortion f. Firearms, possession, or use of; g. Illicit drugs, possession, or use of; h. Murder i. Property damage j. Robbery k. Sexual offenses; or l. Terroristic threatening

2. Class B Offenses; Unlawful Conducta. Disorderly Conductb. False alarm; rendering of;c. Gamblingd. Harrassmente. Theftf. Trespassing

3. Class C Offenses; Department Prohibited conducta. Class cutting


b. Insubordinationc. Leaving campus without administrative clearanced. Smoking, use of tobacco substancese. Truancyf. Laser pen/laser pointer; possession or use of

4. Class D Offenses; School Prohibited Conducta. Contraband; possession or use of; cell phones, skateboards, prohibited snacks, food, and

beverages, computer games, and toys, and weapons of any sort.b. Any other conduct as may be prescribed and prohibited by School Rules. No punishment

amounting to serious discipline shall be imposed for violation of any individual School Rule as a Class D Offense.

DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES

1. Student is issued a warning after initial occurrence of negative behavior; on Second occurrence, the teacher may impose classroom level consequences.

2. Third occurrence results in referring the student to the Office for school level discipline.3. Parents will be contacted, privileges may be removed, detention may be administered,

behavior is documented in the State database, and parents may have to meet with the teacher and administrator.

4. In critical disciplinary situations, a student may receive In-School Suspension, Out-of-School Suspension, Disciplinary Transfer, or Expulsion. An ohana meeting will be called by the school principal or the support services manager.

5. On occasion, and usually unannounced, students that demonstrate consistent good behavior will be invited to participate in special activities and events meant to serve as positive reinforcement for steady good behavior.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURESIn the event of an emergency, whether it be school-wide or initiated by the State Civil Defense; this includes medical-related outbreaks, fires, earthquakes, hurricanes, tsunami, etc., student emergency contacts will be utilized for immediate pick-up, and the release of the child to the person stated on the Emergency Card. In the event of immediate evacuation, or natural disaster, students will be transported to the nearest safe location, or emergency facility/shelter until parents/guardians can retrieve their children. At that time, contact by cell phone will be initiated. All school vans carry a copy of the student’s Emergency Cards, and it is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to see the contact and health information is current and updated. It is also good measure to ensure that your child has your cell phone number memorized. In the event of personal injury of a student, Kanuikapono is free of all medical liability, as signed by the parent upon enrolling the student at Kanuikapono Public Charter School.


‘AE LIKE (COLLECTIVE VALUES & ACTIONS)

As members of Kanuikapono Learning ‘Ohana, we recognize as essential the following values, traits, and actions for building and maintaining a thriving family-oriented, community-based place for learning, achievement, and success. I understand that it is a privilege to attend Kanuikapono, and that my continued enrollment is contingent upon upholding this “Ae Like.

As a student of Kanuikapono, I shall:• Cultivate Aloha for the school ohana and community – malama i kekahi i kekahi• Maintain my own personal kuleana, and always malama i ka ‘aina• Carry myself with dignity and pride at all times• Remain committed to learning and perpetuating the Hawaiian language,culture, its values and

traditions• Demonstrate pride in the quality of my work by putting forth my best effort, and turning in

my assignments on time

The Board of Education recognizes that a child’s education is a responsibility shared by the school and the family during the entire period the child spends in school. To support the goal of the Department of Education to educate all students effectively, schools and parents must work as knowledgeable partners.

Kanuikapono Public Charter School will:• Provide high quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective project-based,

place-based learning environment with highly qualified teachers, consistency, and fair, positive, behavioral support.

• Conduct parent-teacher conferences at least twice a year, discussing and setting goals for the student’s learning through an Individual learning Plan (ILP).

• Provide parents with reports on their child’s progress• Provide parents with reasonable access to staff• Provide parents opportunities to volunteer and participate in their child’s class activities

Parents of a Kanuikapono student will:• Ensure student comes to school prepared and on-time • Schedule office visits to the doctor, dentist, etc., outside school hours if possible• Limit their child’s time spent with TV or video games, and read with your child instead• Carry through with volunteer commitments and opportunities• Remain in contact with their child’s instructors, proactively monitoring their child’s successes

and challenges

__________________________ ________________________ ______________________Student Signature Parent Signature Director Signature


Aloha e Aloha e (kahea)Aloha e na akuaAloha e na aumakuaAloha e na aliì o KauaìAloha e na kupunaAloha e na makuaAloha e ka lehulehuAloha e

Mele komoa e (kahea)Aloha e na kupuna o keia ainahe aina nui ka manowai ee hoòwaiwai ka manaò ponoka pono no na mea ulu o uka me kaiho mai ke aloha, ho mai ka manaòa e komo au ma loko nei a e leo, a e leo wale no e

Kunihi ka maunaKunihi ka mauna i ka laìo Waiàleàle la i Wailuahuki aèla i ka lanika papa àuwai o Kawaikiniala ìa aèla e Nou`nounalo ka Ipuhaàka laula mauka o Kapaàmai paà i ka leohe ole kahea mai

ihea i ke kanaka e komo ma lokoe hanai ai a hewa ka wahaeia no ka uku o ka leoa he leo wale no eALOHA

Oli KalaleaKe ku mai nei Kalalea i ka laìpali kièkiè la kau mai ilunanana i ka puka a’o aolanii puka maila i ka pahuna a Kawelowewelo kealoha no kuù ainaaina hoòpulapula o ke koòlaulauaè ka manaò a i ka makanie ulu manaò ìa e moani neipuana kou inoa o Anaholahalehale ke aloha a mau loa


Poha mai ka laniPoha mai kalani i HikinaakalaI hikinaa ka la a ao mail ka pomalamalama nei pulapula i ka ili o ka la, i ka pa a ka Hauola

A ulu aè ka manaòi ka wai ua èloèlo o Kulanihakoì la èae noke mau ana i ka piìna koo ke akeakamai a me ke alohae kanu ìa la ka ponoe ulu mau ai ka maopopo pono e

Mahalo eMahale e (kahea)Mahalo e ka lehulehuMahalo e na makuaMahalo e na kupunaMahalo e na aliì o _____________Mahalo e na aumakuaMahalo e na akuaMahalo e

Oli MahaloEia makou na pua o Kanuikapono la e amahalo na loko maikaìmahalo e na kupuna la e amahalo e ke akuae kulia kulia Manokalanipo

Oli Mahaloùhola ìa ka makaloa lapuài kealoha lakukaì ìa ka ha loa lapawehi mai na lehua mai ka hoòkuì a ka halawai lamahalo e na akuamahalo e na kupuna la èamahalo me ke aloha lamahalo me ke aloha la

Pule LanakilaKe ho’omaikaì aku nei makou ia oe e Iehova, ko makou akuaa me Iesu, ko makou makuaa me kaùhane hemolelo, ko makou kokuaamene, amene, amene



Students’ Work Year - 1st Semester: August 2, 2010 to December 16, 2010; 2nd Semester: January 4, 2011 to May 26, 2011

2010-June S M T W T F S Summer Program June 21 - July8 1 2 3 NWEA Fall Testing July 26-July 30

July 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 14 15 16 17 1st SEMESTER - 84 Student Days August 2 First day for teachers18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Aug 2-6-Tchr Wk Days(no students)25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Aug 6 Staff-Board Retreat

August 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 August 9 - First day for students8 9 10 11 12 13 14 August 16 - Teacher Waiver Day- Collaborative Inquiry

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 August 20 - Holiday22 23 24 25 26 27 28 September 6 - Holiday

September 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 Sept 6-12 - Fundraiser/ Cultural Performance5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1st Qtr (38 days) Ends-Oct 119 20 21 22 23 24 25 Oct. 4-8 - Fall Break ***26 27 28 29 30 1 2 1 teacher training waiver day TBA 2nd Qtr begins Oct 11

October 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Oct 1-2 Ohana Camp 210 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 23 Nov. 2 - Election Day

November 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Nov. 11 - Veterans Day 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 teacher waiver day TBA

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 November 25 - Thanksgiving Day14 15 16 17 18 19 20 November 26 - School Holiday21 22 23 24 25 26 27

December 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 Dec 17 Winter Ho`ike5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2nd Quarter (46 days) End Dec 17

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Dec 20 - Dec. 31 Winter Break ***19 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30 31 1 Jan. 3 Teacher work day (no students)

January 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Jan 8 - Teacher Collaborative Inquiry9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Jan. 17 - Martin Luther King Day

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Feb. 21 - Presidents' Day23 24 25 26 27 28 29 1 teacher training waiver day TBA30 31 1 2 3 4 5 Feb 9, NAEP Testing for 8th Graders

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Feb 11, Teacher Waiver Day13 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 26 3rd Qtr (47 days) Ends - Mar. 1127 28 1 2 3 4 5 March 14-18 - Spring Break ***

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 March 11-12 Ohana Camp 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 March 25 Prince Kuhio Holiday 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 April 22 - Good Friday

April 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 1 teacher training waiver day TBA3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Teacher Waiver Day - Collaborative Inquiry17 18 19 20 21 22 23 May 16-25 NWEA Testing24 25 26 27 28 29 30 May 27- Last day for students**Ho`ike

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 June 3 - Last day for teachers8 9 10 11 12 13 14 4th Quarter ( 48 days)

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 2nd Semester Ends - May 2722 23 24 25 26 27 28 May 30 - Memorial Holiday29 30 31 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 No School for students/staff12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25 1:15 Early Dismissal - Teacher PLC/MtgsPortofolio Conferences 8:00-9:00am

Three instructional days shall be OFFICIAL STATE HOLIDAYS – 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEARconverted to non-student days Independence Day New Year's Day December 31, 2010for teacher planning and Statehood Day Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 17, 2011collaboration/waiver days. Labor Day Presidents' Day February 21, 2011

Election Day Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Day March 25, 2011Veterans Day Good Friday April 22, 2011Thanksgiving Day Memorial Day May 30, 2011Christmas Day King Kamehameha I Day June 10, 2011

February

March

Kanuikapono Public Charter School2010-2011 OFFICIAL SCHOOL CALENDAR

Teachers’ Work Year - 1st Semester: Aug 2, 2010 to Dec 17*, 2011; 2nd Semester: January 3, 2011 to June 3, 2011

November 11, 2010

July 5, 2010August 20, 2010

May

February

May

September 6, 2010

June

End of the quarter or semester

Teacher Work Day - no studentsHalawai, Papa, and Hana Makua

November 25, 2010December 24, 2010November 25, 2010

November 2, 2010

ohana handbook

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