TIN TỨC AES 2021-2022
Weekly Update 10/28-11/1
Principal's Message
Aloha AES Ohana,
We want to extend a huge MAHALO to everyone who volunteered and attended our Trunk or Treat event last Friday! Your support made it a truly spooktacular night for our keiki.
Important Reminders:
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Parent-Teacher Conferences: Please remember that school will end at 1 PM daily this week.
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FOA Craft Fair: Join us this Saturday, November 2nd for a fun-filled day! We're still looking for volunteers to help out. Please sign up using the registration QR code below.
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After School Clubs: Don't forget to sign up for after-school clubs online tomorrow, October 28th. The QR code is also below
We appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you at Parent-Teacher Conferences and the FOA Craft Fair!
Mahalo for all your support!
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Ali‘iolani After-School Clubs Information and Registration
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Registration is open from October 28th at 8:00 am and closes on October 31st at 4:00pm.
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Register Online or come into the office and register in person.
Ali‘iolani Craft Fairs on November 2nd and December 7th
Aloha AES Ohana,
On behalf of the Friends of Ali‘iolani:
Please sign up to volunteer at our upcoming FOA Craft Fairs on November 2nd and December 7th! Your help is essential to make these events a success.
Volunteer Responsibilities:
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Setting up and manning the drink booth
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Helping with event setup and takedown
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Assisting with customer service and sales
Mahalo for your support!
Friendly Reminders
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Please turn in your child’s Federal Survey Card. Mahalo.
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Parking:
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
10/28-11/1 - Parent Teacher Conference
11/4 - Math Night, 5:30pm
11/4 - Flu Shot Clinic
11/5 - No School, Election Day
11/11 - No School, Veteran's Day
Keiki Kicks Soccer
Kindness Quote
“Kindness is pulling someone up after they've been knocked down.”
—Random Acts of Kindness
Weekly Update 10/21-10/25
Principal's Message
Aloha AES Ohana,
We're off to a fantastic start to the second quarter! To ensure all our students receive the support they need, we'll soon be launching reading intervention groups in the coming weeks. These groups will be led by your classroom teachers and reading interventionists to help your child strengthen their foundational reading skills and reading comprehension skills. Mahalo for your kokua.
Friendly reminders:
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Math Night Invitation forms were sent home on Friday. As space and supplies are limited, we urge you to return your forms as soon as possible to secure your spot. Confirmation slips will be sent to families at the end of the week upon receipt of the forms. Thank you for your understanding.
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Flu Shot Clinic forms were also sent home on Friday. Please fill out these forms if you want your child to receive a flu shot at our school. The deadline is 10/25.
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Parent-teacher conferences are coming up next week! From October 28th to November 1st, school will end at 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.
We're still looking for volunteers to make our Trunk or Treat a memorable event.
Thank you for your continued support! Let's make this week another amazing one filled with Living, Loving, and Learning.
Mahalo for all your support!
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Please turn in your child’s Federal Survey Card. Mahalo.
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Parking:
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
10/25 - 5:30pm-7:00pm - Trunk or Treat
10/28-11/1 - Parent Teacher Conference
11/4 - Math Night, 5:30pm
11/4 - Flu Shot Clinic
11/5 - No School, Election Day
11/11 - No School, Veteran's Day
Keiki Kicks Soccer
Kindness Quote
“Kindness is having a generous heart and having a selfless personality.”
—Random Acts of Kindness
Weekly Update 10/14-10/18
Principal's Message
Aloha AES Ohana,
We hope you all had a restful and rejuvenating break with friends and family! We welcome you to another fun and exciting fall session of Living, Loving, and Learning.
As we begin the second quarter, we encourage you to set high goals for yourself and to approach your studies with excitement and dedication. Remember, your teachers are here to support your academic growth and development.
Just a few reminders:
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This Saturday, 10/19, we are having our first school community event of the year with Sustainable Coastlines of Hawaii. It will be from 3 pm to 8 pm at our school campus. Please see below for more information.
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Parent-teacher conferences will be held at the end of the month (from Oct. 28 to Nov. 1). Be sure to connect with your teacher on a PTC date and time. During our conference week, we will end school at 1 p.m.
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Lastly, We can't wait to see you at our fantastic Trunk or Treat event sponsored by the FOA on Friday, 10/25 from 5:30 pm. It's going to be a spooktacular evening! See you there!
Let’s have an amazing and memorable second quarter! Go Ali‘is!
Mahalo for all your support!
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Please turn in your child’s Federal Survey Card. Mahalo.
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Parking:
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
10/19 - 3:00pm-8:00pm - Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii Clean Up Event at AES
10/25 - 5:30pm-7:00pm - Trunk or Treat
10/28-11/1 - Parent Teacher Conference
Keiki Kicks Soccer
Kindness Quote
“Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference.”
—Helen James
Weekly Update 9/30-10/4
Principal's Message
Aloha AES Families,
Congratulations! Thanks to your overwhelming support in completing the Free and Reduced Lunch applications, we have qualified for additional Title I funding for next school year 2025-26.
We received confirmation from the state offices just last week that we were able to secure this funding by the narrowest of margins. Your dedication and hard work in completing these applications have made a significant difference in our ability to provide additional resources and support to our students.
Mahalo nui loa for your kokua and teamwork!
Please note that we will be holding a professional development day for faculty and staff on Friday, 10/4/24. There will be no school for students on Friday.
Mahalo for your continued support.
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Please turn in your child’s Federal Survey Card. Mahalo.
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Parking:
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Starting Monday, teachers will return to parking at their normal parking stalls.
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
10/2 - 4-7pm McTeacher Night sponsored by JPO/Student Council
10/4 - PD Day - No School for students
10/7-10/11 - Fall Break - No School for students
10/25 - 5:30pm-7:00pm - Trunk or Treat
Keiki Kicks Soccer
Kindness Quote
“Kindness is extending yourself in a way that uplifts another human being.”
—Random Acts of Kindness
Weekly Update 9/23-9/27
Principal's Message
Aloha AES Families,
We're thrilled to share some fantastic news about our students' recent academic achievements! Our school has surpassed expectations on the state assessments, with outstanding scores in Math, Reading, and Science.
SY 23-24:
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Math: 79% of our students met or exceeded standards. (Our school ranked 6th in the State of Hawaii!)
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Reading: 68% of our students met or exceeded standards.
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Science: 66% of our students met or exceeded standards.
These impressive results are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and staff. We're incredibly proud of their accomplishments!
We're grateful for your continued support and partnership in your child's education. Together, we're creating a positive and nurturing learning environment where students can thrive.
Mahalo!
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Please turn in your child’s Federal Survey Card. Mahalo.
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Parking:
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Starting Monday, teachers will return to parking at their normal parking stalls.
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
10/4 - PD Day - No School for students
10/7-10/11 - Fall Break - No School for students
Keiki Kicks Soccer
Kindness Quote
“Kindness can make a a bad day good, and a good day better.”
—Random Acts of Kindness
Weekly Update 9/16-9/20
Principal's Message
Aloha Parents and Guardians,
Picture Taking Day is today, Monday, 9/16. Please ensure your child comes to school in their best attire for the photo shoot. All students will have their pictures taken during the school day.
Additionally, we kindly ask that you return your child's Federal Survey card to your teacher as soon as possible. This information is vital for our school's federal reporting and planning.
Finally, we highly encourage you to apply for the free and reduced-price lunch program by 9/17. By applying, you are not only helping your child but also supporting our school. Applying for free or reduced-price lunch helps our school qualify for Title I federal funding, which provides additional resources to support all of our students' academic success.
Mahalo for your continued support.
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Please turn in your child’s Federal Survey Card. Mahalo.
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Parking:
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Starting Monday, teachers will return to parking at their normal parking stalls.
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
9/16 - Picture Taking (House of Photography)
10/4 - PD Day - No School for students
Keiki Kicks Soccer
Kindness Quote
“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the greatest intention.”
—Kahlil Gibran
Weekly Update 9/9-9/13
Principal's Message
Aloha AES Ohana,
We wanted to express our sincere gratitude for your overwhelming support of our 3rd Grade McTeacher Night! Your participation, enthusiasm, and the incredible work of the Friends of Ali‘iolani made the event a huge success.
Thank you for coming out and enjoying a fun evening with your children while supporting our classroom and our school community. We couldn't have done it without you!
Mahalo for all your support!
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Please turn in your child’s Federal Survey Card. Mahalo.
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Parking:
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Starting Monday, teachers will return to parking at their normal parking stalls.
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
9/16 - Picture Taking (House of Photography)
10/4 - PD Day - No School for students
Keiki Kicks Soccer
Kindness Quote
“Kindness is spreading sunshine into other people's lives regardless of the weather.”
—Random Acts of Kindness
Weekly Update 9/2-9/6
Principal's Message
Aloha Parents,
I hope you are enjoying your 3-day weekend with loved ones!
We wanted to express our sincere gratitude for your understanding as we held our professional development training on August 26th. Your support allows us to continue enhancing our teaching practices for the benefit of all our students.
Last week, our Kaimuki Complex schools came together to learn about Teacher Clarity. This powerful approach will equip our teachers to:
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Clearly Communicating Learning Intentions: Students will always know what they are learning and why it's important.
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Providing Success Criteria: Students will understand when they have achieved the learning intention (objective).
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Creating a Positive and Supportive Classroom Environment: Students will feel confident and motivated to learn.
Ali'iolani is dedicated to implementing Teacher Clarity to provide our students with the best possible learning experience. We believe this approach will empower our students to take ownership of their learning and reach their full potential.
Mahalo for your continued support!
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Parking:
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Starting Monday, teachers will return to parking at their normal parking stalls.
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
9/2 - Labor Day: Holiday (no school)
9/4 - McTeacher Night sponsored by 3rd Grade, 4-7pm Palolo McDonald's
9/16 - Picture Taking (House of Photography)
10/4 - PD Day - No School for students
Keiki Kicks Soccer
Kindness Quote
“Kindness is making someone smile if only for a moment.”
—Random Acts of Kindness
Weekly Update 8/26-8/30
Principal's Message
Aloha AES Ohana,
We are excited to share that our school is committed to enhancing teacher clarity in the classroom to ensure student success. Teacher Clarity is a professional development initiative aimed at improving teacher communication and instruction, making learning more effective and engaging for all students.
On August 26th, our teachers will be participating in professional development sessions focused on Teacher Clarity. They will learn strategies to:
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Clearly communicate Learning Intentions: Students will know exactly what is expected of them.
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Provide students with Success Criteria: Students will know when they have accomplished the learning objective.
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Create a positive and supportive classroom environment: Students will feel confident about themselves and know what their next steps are.
We believe that by focusing on Teacher Clarity, we can create a more equitable and effective learning environment for all students. We are excited to see the positive impact this initiative will have on your child's education.
Mahalo for your continued support.
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Parking:
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Starting Monday, teachers will return to parking at their normal parking stalls.
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
8/26 - Kaimuki Complex Professional Collaboration Day (no school for students)
9/2 - Labor Day: Holiday (no school)
9/16 - Picture Taking (House of Photography)
Keiki Kicks Soccer
Kindness Quote
“Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.”
—Desmond Tutu
Weekly Update 8/19-8/24
Principal's Message
Aloha AES Ohana,
We want to express our sincere gratitude for taking the time to attend our recent Open House last week. Your presence and engagement were instrumental in making the event a success.
We value your partnership in your child's education and appreciate your interest in learning more about our school and your child's classroom. Your support and involvement are essential to our school community.
We look forward to a wonderful school year together!
Mahalo.
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Parking:
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Starting Monday, teachers will return to parking at their normal parking stalls.
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
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8/12-8/21, Rainbow week
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
8/19 - Rainbow Days: Wear Blue
8/20 - Rainbow Days: Wear Purple
8/21 - Rainbow Days: Wear Rainbow
8/26 - Kaimuki Complex Professional Collaboration Day (no school for students)
9/2 - Labor Day: Holiday (no school)
9/16 - Picture Taking (House of Photography)
Kindness Quote
“The best part of life is not just surviving, but thriving with passion and compassion and humor and style and generosity and kindness.” —Maya Angelou
Weekly Update 8/12-8/16
Principal's Message
Aloha AES Ohana,
We’re off to an exciting start to the school year! Thank you for your continued support as we navigate these first few weeks together. Your partnership in helping your child adjust to their new classroom and routines is invaluable.
Starting tomorrow, we will begin wearing the different colors of the rainbow to help our keiki learn these essential colors. Please have your child join us for this fun school-wide activity.
Also, this Wednesday, we will have our open house from 1:15 to 3 p.m. Teachers will hold three repeat sessions to accommodate our families with multiple students in different grade levels. Parents/guardians only have to attend one session. Additionally, this Thursday is our Family Movie Night at 6:30 p.m. Please join us for some delicious popcorn and snacks.
Mahalo for being a part of our school community.
Leonard Padayhag, Principal
Friendly Reminders
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Parking:
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Starting Monday, teachers will return to parking at their normal parking stalls.
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Please do not park in any marked parking stalls.
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We have four visitor parking stalls at 6th avenue.
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Mahalo for your cooperation
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
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8/12-8/21, Rainbow week
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8/14, Open House
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8/15, Movie Night by FOA
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
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YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
8/12-8/21 - Rainbow Days
8/14 - Open House, 1:15-3:00pm
8/15 - Movie Night by FOA, 6:30pm
8/16 - Statehood Day - No School
Kindness Quote
“Kindness is like watching the sun begin to shine through the clouds after a rainy day.”
-Random Acts of Kindness
Weekly Update 8/5-8/9
Principal's Message
Dear Aliʻiolani ʻOhana,
We're thrilled to welcome you back for another exciting school year! We hope your summer break was filled with joyful memories and time spent with loved ones.
This year holds exciting developments for our school community. We're sharpening our instructional practices to best support every keiki and fostering a strong sense of belonging for students, parents, and staff. Our new Hawaiian Studies program will deepen our connection to ʻOhana Way values like malama (care), hoʻihi (wisdom), and pono (righteousness).
Of course, we remain committed to providing a high-quality education for all our students through core subjects, STEM, Robotics, Career Exploration, and enriching after-school programs.
Important Dates and Information:
Welcome Back! All students return to campus on Tuesday, August 6th. Visit the school office to confirm your child's classroom assignment.
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Website: Our school website, https://www.aliiolanischool.com/, provides details about:
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Pick-up times
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Lunch deposits
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School supplies
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Other frequently asked questions
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Traffic Flow: To ease congestion, we'll continue designated drop-off and pick-up zones:
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Lower grades - 6th Avenue
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Upper grades - 7th Avenue
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Thank you for your cooperation!
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Welcome New Staff!
We extend a warm welcome to our new teachers and staff:
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Michelle Nakamura: Our new Student Services Coordinator, Ms. Nakamura brings over 20 years of experience in both public and private schools.
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Keilyn Ah Yat: Our new School Counselor, Mrs. Ah Yat, has 18 years of experience supporting students at the elementary level.
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Jasmine Chin: Our new special education teacher, Mrs. Chin was a student teacher last year at Ali‘iolani and has fostered a sense of belonging with our students.
Let's Make it a Great Year!
Our faculty and staff are eager to welcome back our students and create a year of success and achievement. We value your partnership and support.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
You can contact us at 808-730-0700 or directly email me, at leonard.padayhag@k12.hi.us.
Mahalo nui loa,
Leonard Padayhag
Principal
Friendly Reminders
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8/5: NO school for students: Professional Development Day for Teachers
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8/5, Kindergarten Orientation at 1pm in the Cafeteria
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8/6, First day for all students (Welcome back!)
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Grades K-1, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)
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Grades 2-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)
A+ After School Updates
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YMCA starts on 8/6, Tuesday after school
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Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office.
-
YMCA Registration Update (coming soon)
Hazel Health Services
• Hazel Health is a contracted service provider through the Hawaii Department of Education to support youth in need of mental health support.
• There is no cost to you and paid for by the State of Hawaii.
• Here is a link to their flyer for more information.
Dates to Remember
8/5, No school
8/6, First day for all students
8/15, Movie Night by FOA
8/16, Holiday no school
Kindness Quote