Updates for Week of September 16, 2024

Hi Ho‘okele ‘ohana! This week, hear more about ‘ohana from the counselors and Mrs. Domingo’s 5th grade class from our weekly broadcast, emailed by Laura Brown. This Wednesday, our faculty meeting will focus on the use of AI in schools.  This session will have you dive into the future of education with generative AI! We will explore how educators, administrators, and staff can leverage AI tools to personalize learning, create engaging content, and streamline workflows. We'll unpack "prompt engineering" to empower you to harness AI's potential, while ensuring its use aligns with ethical best practices in the Department of Education.  Teachers and EAs, bring your laptops for this exciting PD! Appreciations Thank you to our Student Council for Coordinating our Spirit Week last week! Thank you to Noe Gomez, our Hawaii Keiki Nurse who will be  reassigned as a complex area RN for AMR complex.   Welcome our new complex area RN, Betty Fletcher who will be  supporting our SHA,  Lynzie.  Thank you to Noelani Hansen for sharing encouragement in the 1st grade building by decorating the student and staff mirrors! We want to express our sincere gratitude to our school's tech coordinator (IT professional), Jill Higa. Jill's tireless work and expertise are essential to keeping our school connected and running smoothly. From troubleshooting technical issues to providing support for our students and staff, your contributions are invaluable. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our school community.

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from  September 15th to October 15th! Please take time to honor and celebrate the contributions of Hispanic and Latino families at Ho‘okele. It's an opportunity to recognize the rich cultural heritage, diverse experiences, and significant achievements of this vibrant community. Schools can promote Hispanic Heritage Month by: Organizing cultural activities: Consider cultural performances, art exhibits, and food recipes to showcase Hispanic and Latino culture. Inviting guest speakers: Invite Hispanic and Latino professionals to share their experiences and inspire students. Integrating Hispanic and Latino history and culture into the curriculum: Incorporate Hispanic and Latino history, literature, and art into lessons across different subjects. Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment: Ensure that all students feel valued and respected, regardless of their cultural background. (Thanks Gemini for the assist!)

Reminder:  85° Sales Fundraiser and Regal Fundraiser pick up this week! Aloha HES Ohana, On behalf of HES PTA, we would like to thank you for supporting this year’s Regal fundraiser! Just a reminder, pick up day is ONE DAY ONLY! Saturday, September 21st 9 AM to 12 Noon HES back parking lot **We will NOT hold any items** We will announce the top winner and raffle winner on Monday, September 16th. If you have any questions, please reach out to HES PTA Board at hookelepta@gmail.com

Please note the CARES Assembly information for October 2, 2024 -First Assembly: 8:15-8:55 am for Gr. 3, 4, 5 -Second Assembly: 9:10-9:50 am for Gr. PK, K, 1, 2 FSC and Med Frag: Please attend the assembly associated with your grade levels. SY 24-25 CARES Assembly Performances Qtr 1 - Dance Team Qtr 2 - Gr. 1  & Gr. 4 Qtr 3 - Gr. 2 & Gr. 3 Qtr 4 - Gr. K  & Gr. 5 Assembly seating will be shared at a later date. Please feel free to email Laura or admin with any questions or concerns.

Have a challenging student or two? Or three? 

Check out this video.  For this video, Teachers/Staff that watch and complete a reflection on how you will use a strategy learned from the video in your classroom will be eligible for a $25 Gift Card drawing!!  *Teachers, you could also turn in a reflection for making up extended day hours you may have missed.

Video Reflection Response Form

Navigating Challenging Student Behavior: Approaches to Prevention, Instruction, and Response

This webinar will share an evidence based process for addressing low level behavior. Educators are feeling outmatched and overwhelmed by the amount of behavior issues they are currently facing. What is within our locus of control to more effectively manage these behaviors? We will provide a low burden process that works to help you feel more equipped to serve students each day. (Recorded, 48 minutes)

Do you have Military children in your classroom?  Looking for more support? Ms. Kat, our MFLC counselor,  sees grades 2, 3, and 5 on Tuesdays and grades Kindergarten, 1, and 4 on Thursdays. Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays are small groups/private sessions. Students can set up the small group/private sessions by talking to Ms. Kat, or having teachers or parents contact her. For the Tuesday/Thursday grade level lunch bunch, students meet by the stage. It is important for them to be there ASAP given the shortened lunch time. As for Kindergarten, many of them take the entire lunch period to eat their meals so Ms. Kat goes to their tables. Ms. Kat can be reached via email at katherina_jones@hookele.k12.hi.us. Do YOU have an APPRECIATION, APOLOGY, AHA or Additional stuff that you would like shared in this blog?  Please contact VP Melinda Pamatigan should you wish to contribute, clarify or correct any information that is shared.  Posts are done on Sunday mornings, so let me know of information you would like to include by Saturday evening.  Corrections will be made to a posted blog as soon as I receive your notification.  THANK YOU! Only 3 weeks left in Quarter 1!

9/16:  Jason Centeio’s birthday Did we miss your birthday?  We’re very sorry, please be sure you have completed the form below so we can update our birthday calendar and have important contact information available for admin use. ** If you do not wish to have a shout out on your birthday week-please let one of the VPs know**  Thank you! SY 24-25 Personnel Data Form

PLCs and Resources Start this week!

See Links on our 24-25 PLC and Faculty Meeting Calendar/Schedules

September 15-October 15 Hispanic Heritage Month

Monday September 16,  2024	8:00 am PTA Meeting 11:30 WASC Meeting 2:30 pm  10th Anniversary Committee Meeting
Tuesday September 17, 2024	85° Sales Fundraiser Principal Rankie Off-Island National IT Professional Day Grade 1 Resources and PLC  8:50-1:45 pm
Wednesday September 18,  2024	85° Sales Fundraiser Principal Rankie Off-Island 8:30 am  Admin Meeting 10:30 am  Support Team Meeting 1:15-3:15 pm  Faculty Meeting Artificial Intelligence 3:15 pm  EES Overview for On-Cycle Teachers
Thursday September 19,  2024	85° Sales Fundraiser Principal Rankie Off-Island Grade 5 Resources and PLC 8:20-1:30 pm
Friday September 20, 2024	85° Sales Fundraiser Principal Rankie Off-Island Grade 2 Resources and PLC 9:20-1:55 pm 9:30 am  ISLA Meeting 11:45 Anchored 4 Life Meeting

9/21/2024:  Regal Fundraiser Pick up

Monday September 23, 2024	8:30 am  Operations Meeting Principal Rankie Off-Island 1:00 pm RFA Meeting 2:30 pm Aloha Club Meeting
Tuesday September 24, 2024	Grade 4 Resources and PLC  9:10-2:00 WASC Training
Wednesday September 25,  2024	8:30 am  Admin Meeting 10:30 am Support Team Meeting Faculty Meeting WASC 1:15-3:30 pm
Thursday September 26 ,  2024	Grade 3 Resources and PLC 9:05-1:55 pm Kapolei High Homecoming Parade
Friday September 27, 2024	Grade K Resources and PLC 9:05-1:50 pm Kapolei High Homecoming