Thursday, August 25, 2016

8/25 - 9/2

In honor of the University of Hawaii's first football game (against the Cal Bears in Australia), let's designate Friday, August 26 as College Football Day. Dress to support your favorite team.

Parents Waiting Before and After School
Please wait in the main halls, the pavilion, the designated waiting areas, fronting the library, or cafeteria and not in front of or behind classrooms. 

Teachers are preparing for the day in the mornings and may also have meetings. 
In the afternoons students are learning and teachers are trying to wrap up their day.
We are seeking a distraction free working and learning environment.
Thank you for your assistance.

Ongoing collection of paper towel rolls and TP rolls. Donate to box in main office outside PCNC office.

Save the date
Thanks for coming out to support the Book Swap and popcorn sale this week. At the end we did sell out of popcorn so next month we will pop more. Mark your calendars for Thursday, Sept. 15

Save the date September 8 to celebrate Dot Day afterschool with your family.  This event offers families the chance to do fun art projects and activity stations from 2:30 – 3:30 put on by Librarian and PCNC.

School Happenings
           
Fri. Aug. 26               Copy Training in PCNC corner of front office from 8am – 9am or so – no kids

Mon. Aug. 29           School starts at 7:55 every day – Be on time or get tardy slip

Tues. Aug. 30

Wed. Aug. 31            Dominos fundraiser all day long – Order from Dominos on post and school profits

Thurs. Sep. 1               Chaperone Training at 8am in PCNC office in corner of front office
                                    Copy Training at 8:30am – 9:30am meet in PCNC office – NO kids

Fri. Sep. 2                  School is out at 2:10 every day except Wednesday

Community Happenings

Aug. 27      Matsumoto shave ice turns 65. From 9 – noon shave ice is only 65 cents available in 1 flavor while supplies last.  Entertainment from DJ Shift and Mike Izon until 4pm. Special anniversary T shirts will be available for $6.50   66-111 Kamehameha Hwy in Haleiwa at new store lots. matsumotoshaveice.com

Aug. 27      Ideas Music and Books Sidewalk Sale from 10am – 3pm. Tons of $1. Vinyl records - $2. Cd’s - used books and more.  670 Auahi Street in Honolulu. (808) 545-5002

Aug. 27      Mililani Shopping Centers sun-sational Summer Festival from 10am – noon. Lots of live music, balloon creations and fun booths. Sidewalk chalk drawing contest, prize drawings, free samples and shave ice. Free keiki pony rides. Mililanishoppingcenter.com


Aug. 27 & 28      Greek Festival at Ala Moana Park, McCoy Pavillion from noon – 9pm. $3. Fee. Enjoy Greek culture, dancing, a bazaar and plenty of Greek food. Greekfestivalhawaii.com

Wednesdays         Waimea Valley hosts Keiki Wednesday weekly with free admission and activities for kamaaina children up to age 12. Call (808) 638-7766

Wednesdays         Tech Park Mart. Farmers market is open from 9am - 1pm on Wednesdays at 100 Kahelu Ave. in Mililani Tech Park. Features local produce, plate lunches, baked goods, eco-friendly products and more Call (808) 625-8915


Aug. 1 – 31  Schofield Bowling Alley has special deal just for kids 16 and under during the following hours. Mon – Thurs. 9am – 5pm, Fri. 9am – 7pm, Sat. 9am – 6pm, Sun. 10am – 9pm. For only $8.00 receive 2 games of bowling, small drink and personal cheese pizza. Walk ins only based on lane availability. Additional charge for extra toppings, shoes not included and special not valid with other offers.

Thursday, August 18, 2016

8/19 - 8/27

We received confirmation that we need to make checks for meals payable to: State of Hawaii - Department of Education.  On the bottom, where there's a line with For memo, write DKIES and student's or staff's name.
(The Department has been accepting checks payable to Hale Kula or Daniels K. Inouye Elementary, but we've been asked to inform our school community about the change.)


Student Early Release between 10:30 - 12:30pm
Please notify the office in writing when a student will be released prior to the ending of the school day.
If we know you are coming ahead of time, we will have the student ready and waiting at the office.
If parents show up at school during our lunch and recess period (10:30 - 12:30pm)
parents will wait at the office for the student or wait until grade K returns to class for pick up.
This release may take some time so please plan accordingly.We appreciate your assistance


Remind texts
Occasionally school sends reminder texts, sign up -- Text @dkies to 81010 
The wrong info. Was on early Chaperone Training papers this month. Sorry, this is correct now


Do you knit?
We invite any knitters out there to contribute to a project for our new library.  You can download the free pattern from Ravelry via this link:  http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bunting-party-flags Mrs.Colte is a knitting newbie & after trial & error, she figured this out.  It's easy-peasy & a great way to use up remnants of yarn.  Only requirement?  Bright colors!  Knit one triangle or many & sign up here to indicate your interest!  We'll have a knitting meet-up.  (Link to sign up:  https://goo.gl/XFmEIA


School Happenings

Fri. Aug. 19               NO SCHOOLStatehood Day in Hawai’i
            From our principal, Mrs. Iwase, “This Friday, we celebrate Statehood Day in Hawaii. 1959 was the year that Hawaii became the 50th state. In that same year, the first students walked through the halls of a brand new school, Hale Kula Elementary. Most of you were not even born yet, but I remember the day when Hawaii became a state as a day of celebrations. As a little girl, I wasn't really sure about the significance of this event. I remember parading through Wahiawa up California Avenue from Ka’ala Elementary School to Fred Wright Park with my schoolmates from Helemano Elementary School and lots of other students from neighboring schools. We all waved American flags, and a euphoric mood prevailed amongst the crowd and the participants. Back in 1959, Daniel K. Inouye was elected to represent Hawaii as its first elected Congressman, and today, our school is named after him. Times have changed since that day back in 1959. We continue to celebrate becoming the 50th state with a holiday. Enjoy the day off!”

Mon. Aug. 22           Look for Great American fundraiser paperwork to come home today

Tues. Aug. 23           Book Swap afterschool in the cafeteria -Bring a book and swap for another. Popcorn for sale for 50 cents a bag . No preorder. Just walk through cafeteria and buy a bag of freshly popped popcorn

Wed. Aug. 24            Chaperone Training in PCNC corner of front office from 8am – 8:30am

Thurs. Aug. 25         School starts at 755 every day – Be in class on time. Or get tardy slip from office.
           
Fri. Aug. 26               Copy Training in PCNC corner of front office from 8am – 9am or so – no kids

Community Happenings

Aug. 19-21   Made in Hawaii Festival at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Aug. 19 & 20 10am – 9pm & Aug. 21 10am – 5pm. $6.00 entrance fee. More than 400 vendors showcase their Made in Hawaii wares and services. Enjoy giveaways, entertainment and much more. Madeinhawaiifestival.com

Aug. 20      Waimea Valley full moon walk at 8pm. Guided moon walk to the falls and back. Cost is $10 per person. 638-7766

Aug. 20 - 28         15th annual Duke’s OceanFest many surf and ocean events in the water’s of Waikiki.  Dukesoceanfest.com

Aug. 21      Family Sunday at the Honolulu Museum of Art ( 900 S Beretania Ave.) 11am – 3pm free admission. The Olympic spirit continues with sporty art activities, biking and a podium photo op. Cycle to the museum and park your bike with the Hawaii Bicycling League bike valet. 808-532-8700


Aug. 27      Matsumoto shave ice turns 65. From 9 – noon shave ice is only 65 cents available in 1 flavor while supplies last.  Entertainment from DJ Shift and Mike Izon until 4pm. Special anniversary T shirts will be available for $6.50   66-111 Kamehameha Hwy in Haleiwa at new store lots. matsumotoshaveice.com

Aug. 27      Mililani Shopping Centers Summer Festival from 10am – noon. Lots of live music and fun booths. Mililanishoppingcenter.com


Aug. 1 – 31  Schofield Bowling Alley has special deal just for kids 16 and under during the following hours. Mon – Thurs. 9am – 5pm, Fri. 9am – 7pm, Sat. 9am – 6pm, Sun. 10am – 9pm. For only $8.00 receive 2 games of bowling, small drink and personal cheese pizza. Walk ins only based on lane availability. Additional charge for extra toppings, shoes not included and special not valid with other offers.

Thursday, August 11, 2016

8/12 - 8/19

PTO General Membership Meeting will still be Friday, August 12 but not in the evening.  Meeting will be in PTO room P15B 2:30 – 3:00. View and approve the new budget, meet PTO Board, enter to win door prizes, light refreshments will be served. Hope to see you there.

Waiting Before and After School
  • Wait in main hallways until the school bell rings
  • Supervised areas in the morning are near C and F buildings
  • Do not wait in front of or behind classrooms or in O building
    • We want to respect both student and teacher learning spaces

School Happenings


Fri. Aug. 12               Chaperone Training in PCNC Corner of front office 8am – 8:30
                                    PTO General Membership Meeting 2:30 – 3:00 in P15B

Mon. Aug. 15           Chaperone Training in PCNC corner of front office from 8am – 8:30am
                                    School Community Council Meeting at 3pm

Tues. Aug. 16           Great American fundraiser starts

Wed. Aug. 17            Show your school spirit and ear your school T shirt every Wednesday

Thurs. Aug. 18         Chaperone Training in PCNC corner of front office from 1:30pm – 2pm

Fri. Aug. 19               NO SCHOOL – Statehood Day in Hawai’i

Community Happenings

Fri. Aug. 12  Introductory computer class at Wahiawa Library at 10am for ages 12 and up. Sign up at 622-6345

Aug. 1 – 31  Schofield Bowling Alley has special deal just for kids 16 and under during the following hours. Mon – Thurs. 9am – 5pm, Fri. 9am – 7pm, Sat. 9am – 6pm, Sun. 10am – 9pm. For only $8.00 receive 2 games of bowling, small drink and personal cheese pizza. Walk ins only based on lane availability. Additional charge for extra toppings, shoes not included and special not valid with other offers.


Do you knit?
We invite any knitters out there to contribute to a project for our new library.  You can download the free pattern from Ravelry via this link:  http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bunting-party-flags Mrs.Colte is a knitting newbie & after trial & error, she figured this out.  It's easy-peasy & a great way to use up remnants of yarn.  Only requirement?  Bright colors!  Knit one triangle or many & sign up here to indicate your interest!  We'll have a knitting meet-up.  (Link to sign up:  https://goo.gl/XFmEIA


WANTED - Volunteer Musicians for Musical Mondays during lunch
10:30 am set up (or earlier as needed)
10:45 - 12:15 play during lunch

Do you play an instrument?  Are you able to share your gift of music with our students during lunch?  We are looking for 10 performers, or small groups of performers, to entertain our students with various kinds of music during lunch.  If you are willing and interested, please contact the Vice-Principal to select a date and ask any questions that you have.  
We are so thrilled to bring this experience to our children!. Dates are September 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 23, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 1

Thursday, August 4, 2016

8/5 - 8/12

Waiting Before and After School
  • Wait in main hallways until the school bell rings
  • Supervised areas in the morning are near C and F buildings
  • Do not wait in front of or behind classrooms or in O building
    • We want to respect both student and teacher learning spaces
Pink DKIES Digest (parent newsletter) came home in Wednesday folder.  Update your Chaperone Training by turning in bottom of ‘Get Connected’ page.  Also indicate if you would like to continue to receive paper copies of the Digest.  If you do not turn in bottom of that pink paper then you will not have paper copy in September, Newsletter is available on the website and will have reminder in highlights when it is available.


Do you knit?
We invite any knitters out there to contribute to a project for our new library.  You can download the free pattern from Ravelry via this link:  http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bunting-party-flags Mrs.Colte is a knitting newbie & after trial & error, she figured this out.  It's easy-peasy & a great way to use up remnants of yarn.  Only requirement?  Bright colors!  Knit one triangle or many & sign up here to indicate your interest!  We'll have a knitting meet-up.  (Link to sign up:  https://goo.gl/XFmEIA


WANTED - Volunteer Musicians for Musical Mondays during lunch
10:30 am set up (or earlier as needed)
10:45 - 12:15 play during lunch
Do you play an instrument?  Are you able to share your gift of music with our students during lunch?  We are looking for 10 performers, or small groups of performers, to entertain our students with various kinds of music during lunch.  If you are willing and interested, please contact the Vice-Principal to select a date and ask any questions that you have.  
We are so thrilled to bring this experience to our children!. Dates are September 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 23, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 1


School Happenings

Fri. August 5             Kindergarten Parent Orientation – 8am – 9am in each teachers classroom. Please only parents, no kids. There will be a Powerpoint presentation, answer questions, fill out forms, and sort your child's supplies.  Please label ALL school supplies (down to each crayon!)  


Mon. Aug. 8              School starts at 7:55 every day – Be in class ready to learn

Tues. Aug. 9              Chaperone Training in PCNC corner of front office from 1:30 – 2:00
                                    3rd Grade Field Trip to Honolulu Theatre for Youth

Wed. Aug. 10            School is out at 1:10 every Wednesday

Thurs. Aug. 11         Copy Training in PCNC corner of front office from 8am – 9am or so – no kids

Fri. Aug. 12               Chaperone Training in PCNC Corner of front office 8am – 8:30
                                    PTO General Membership Meeting 5:30 – 6:30 in the cafeteria


Community Happenings

Fri. Aug. 5  First Friday food truck fest at Mililani High School from 4pm – 8pm. Over 3 dozen vendors. Call 307-4323

Sat. Aug. 6  Keiki Fun Fair at Wahiawa District Park from 10am – 1pm. Free food, drinks, bouncers, prayer tent and music from Samoan Gospel Herald, Ron Artis II, Bruddah Waltah, a blues band and more. Call 694-0103

Sat. Aug. 6  Meet the local author & illustrator of the new picture book, Island Toes, at Barnes and Noble, from 11:30am-1:30pm.  Kids can also make a free craft for keiki of all ages (slipper magnet). Here's the link for more info: http://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780061804955-0


Sat. Aug. 6  Halawa Xeriscape Garden Open House and Unthirsty Plant Sale. 9am – 3pm at 99-1268 Iwaena Street. Check out the gardens, take classes, browse plants from a dozen nurseries, play keiki games, see cactus displays and more at the 28th annual open house and sale. 748-5041 or boardofwatersupply.com

Tues. Aug. 9 Wahiawa Olelo Media Center in Building EE-107 at Leilehua High School from 5pm – 7pm. Free, Learn more about cash flow and balancing budgets. Pre-registration required. malia@wahiawacbdo.org or call 387-8272


Fri. Aug. 12  Introductory computer class at Wahiawa Library at 10am for ages 12 and up. Sign up at 622-6345