Updates for the Week of December 15, 2025

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As we head into this last week of the quarter, we share our appreciation and gratitude for all of your incredible efforts and hard work throughout this first semester!  Ho‘okele students have such amazing opportunities-because of all of you and what you do for all of them.  We hope your Winter Breaks are filled with relaxation and less stress, peace and fun times, and many well-deserved joyful moments with family and friends.  Aloha!


⛈️Please be mindful of the flood and weather advisories.  If you notice any damage from rain, please report to admin and Mike ASAP.  Check areas around doorways, windows and ceilings.  Thank you.


Monday – Grinch Day
Wear green or something inspired by the Grinch and Whoville. (No face paint or makeup, please.)

Tuesday – Festive Accessories Day
Holiday headbands like Santa hats, reindeer antlers, or elf ears—plus fun seasonal socks, scarves, or mittens!

Wednesday – Winter Wonderland Day
Wear festive winter holiday colors such as white, red, or green.

Thursday – Candy Cane Day
Dress in red and white or green and white stripes—just like a candy cane!

Friday – Pajama Day
Come cozy in your favorite pajamas or holiday PJs.


SEL Pacing Guide

If you have any questions or need support, please let your grade level counselor know.


SY 25-26 Nā Hopena A‘o (HĀ) Linked you will find the presentation on Nā Hopena A‘o (HĀ).  Mrs. Laura Brown will be sharing the link to our morning broadcast with special messages each week. 

After School Clubs Schedule


Dec 15

Musical 

16

Dance Team

17

18

Musical 

19


No Resources or PLCs this week

Student Council Winter Spirit Week

Monday, December 15, 2025

Grinch Day

Report Card Window Opens

Kapolei Basketball Tournament

8:15-9:30 am  Kindergarten Parent Activity (Cafeteria)

8:30 am Counselors Meeting

Admin/Coaches Meeting

1:20 Grade 2 CARES Practice (Cafeteria)

2:10 pm Musical

2:15 pm Grade 4 Volleyball

2:30 pm Holiday Treat Swap (Library Work Room)

3:30 pm  Admin Meeting

5:00-8:00 pm  Use of Facility (Courts) We are Polynesia

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Festive Accessories Day

Kapolei Volleyball Tournament

8:30 am Grade 1 and 3 Buddy Class Activity (Cafeteria)

8:45 am KHS Career Day Planning (Office Conference Rooms)

9:00 Preschool Mobile Zoo visit

9:30-11:30 Kindergarten Fire Truck Visit (North Parking Lot)

1:20 Grade 2 CARES Practice (Cafeteria)

2:10 pm Dance Team

5:00-8:00 pm  Use of Facility (Courts) We are Polynesia

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Winter Wonderland Day

8:15-8:45 am Grades 1 and 3 CARES Awards

9:00-9:30 am Grades 2 and 4 CARES Awards

9:45-10:15 am Grades Pre K, K  and 5 CARES Awards

10:30 am Support Team

2:05 Dismissal Time

2:45-3:30 pm Meet and Greet for New EAs (Tentative Office Conference Room)

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Candy Cane Day

CK HICISL Group Visit 1:30-4:30 pm

3:00-9:00 pm  Use of Facility (Courts) We are Polynesia

Door Decoration Judging-New Date!

Friday, December 19, 2025

Pajama Day

End of Quarter 2

12:50 Dismissal Time

1:15 pm  Faculty Community Building Activity

Saturday, December 20, 2025

2:00-8:30 pm:  Use of Facility (New Hope Kapolei)

Sunday, December 21, 2025

8:15-12:45pm:  Use of Facility (New Hope Kapolei)


*School Office closed December 25 and January 1.



12/13:  Decy Belmonte (Former Teacher)

12/22:  Jordyn Shota-Chang

Michael Bio

12/23:  Nikki Anzai

12/26:  Jennifer Gutierrez

Lyndsey Tonaki


Don’t see your birthday?  Did you fill out this form?  This is the Personnel Data form that helps us keep information that only the office and admin use for emergencies (and to acknowledge birthdays).  If you do not wish us to acknowledge your birthday, please let us know and we will not share, however we do ask that all staff members complete the form so we can have your emergency contacts and vehicle information.

Thank you!

Check what is happening in the Campbell-Kapolei Complex:  CK Newsletter for Week of 12/8/2025

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