Kahakai
Principal’s message
Dear Parents, Guardians and Students,
As we enter our last month of the school year, I would like to take the opportunity to thank all of you for
your strong support of our school, faculty, staff and students. I often mention (and the data verifies) that a
school is only as strong as the parents who support it. This support is most critical in addressing student attendance. Recently the U.S. reached a milestone in secondary education. For the first time in history eighty percent
of high school students graduated on time (in four years) with Hawaii at eighty two percent . There were several reasons for this accomplishment; creating a stronger bond between school and the world of work, breaking up
large high schools into smaller more relevant academies, and most importantly, improved student attendance in
the elementary and middle schools.
This is another example of why strong parent involvement in their child’s education is so critical. If we are to
improve student achievement and foster life-long learners, it is imperative that we build strong partnerships with
our parents and community. To this end, I encourage you to stay in touch with your child’s teacher. If you have
questions or concerns please contact them directly or through our office. I have requested that our teachers be
the first line of contact between the school and the home. In line with our school’s Vision Statement that “the
students of Kahakai will be career and college ready life-long learners, who contribute positively to our community and global society. Imua Kahakai”, it is important that this communication goes both ways.
Sincerely,
James Denight
ALOHA KEIKI RUN
Saturday, June 18, 2018
Remember to come out and SUPPORT KAHAKAI. The school with the most
participants will receive $500 for use to purchase sports equipment.
Forms were sent home, please complete the forms and attach $15.00 cash, or
a check made out to Kona Marathon, and return it either to the school by
June 14 or to “Bike Works” Queens Marketplace or Kailua-Kona, by June 16,
or to Sports Authority at Kona Commons on Friday, June 17 from 3:00 –6:00
p.m. Or you could complete registration online at www.alohakeikirun.com.
Registration will also be accepted on Race day. THIS WILL BE A FUN DAY
Volume 2, Issue 12
JUNE,
JULY, August
2016
In this issue:
* June 6—First Day of Summer Enrichment
Principal’s Message
2
SY2016—2017 School Supply List
2—3
Library Corner
4
School Notices
5
Meet & Greet Notice/Schedule
6
First Grade Announcement
7
Announcement & Summer Recipe
8
 July 5, July 6, & July 7, 2016— Accepting New
Registration & Registration updates for ALL Grades,
From 8:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m.
* AUGUST 1 - FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
(For students)
SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST
KINDERGARTEN - GRADE 3
KINDERGARTEN
 1 Primary Writing Journal w/ NAME ON IT
(Composition Style)
 1 1” Three Ring Binder
 4 Plastic Folders w/ Pockets
 1 Pkg. Large Dry-Erase Markers BLACK
 1 Pkg. Small Dry-Erase Markers BLACK
 1 School Box (No Larger Than 8 3/8 x 5 1/8 x 2
1/4)
 12 #2 Pencils, SHARPENED (Ticonderoga Brand
Preferred)
 4 Boxes 24ct. Crayons (Skinny) NAME ON BOX
 1 4oz. Bottle of Elmer’s White Glue (NOT PASTE)
 6 Glue Sticks
 2 Long Erasers – Pink (No Pencil Tops)
 1 Durable, 6oz. Plastic Drinking Cup – NAME ON
BOTTOM
 1 Large Pillow Case w/ Name On It (NO PILLOW)
 1 Complete Change Of Clothes & Rubber
Slippers In Ziploc – Name On Baggie
 1 Container Disinfectant/Clorox Wipes
 2 rolls Of Paper towels
 1 Pump Bottle Of Hand Soap
 1 Backpack (NO Rolling Backpacks Please)
 1 Box Kleenex Tissue
 1 Bottle Hand Sanitizer
NEEDED FOR HOME: Children’s Scissors, Crayons,
glue Sticks & Pencils.
DONATIONS WELCOME:
-Magic Erasers, Black Sharpie Markers, Colored
Pencils, Crayola Markers, Child Scissors, Address
Labels (Avery Brand), Post-it Notes, Brown or
White Paper Bags.
-Miscellaneous Art Supplies: Yarn, Glitter, Cotton
Balls, Cheerios, Index Cards, Ribbon, Dotters,
Sidewalk Chalk.
GRADE 1
 2 Comp Books 100pg. Count (Black, Wide Ruled,
Lined) *Mrs. Hee Class (1 ONLY)
 2 Boxes 24ct. (CRAYOLA Brand Only)
 2 Magic Rub Erasers
 3 Bottles Elmer’s Glue
 1 SMALL School box (No Larger Than 8 ½ x 6 x 2
¾)
 1 Set BOLD CRAYOLA Wide-Tip Markers (Classic)
 1 Set BOLD CRAYOLA Thin-Tip Markers (Classic)
 4 Portfolios (With Pockets & 3 Holes)
 1 Box Facial Tissue
 2 Rolls Paper Towel
 1 12oz. Pump Bottle Hand Sanitizer
 48 #2 Sharpened Pencils (No Fancy Pencils
Please) *Best Brand is: American’s Pencil USA
Gold #2
 2 Pack Black Dry-Erase Expo Markers
 1 Black Permanent Sharpie Marker
NOTE: Please Label All Crayons, Markers & Pencils
w/ Students Name.
DONATIONS WELCOME:
-Ziploc Bags (Quart or Gallon Size)
-Disinfecting Wipes
FOR HOMEWORK: (To Be Kept At Home)
-Pencils, Glue, Crayons, Scissors
GRADE 2
 1 1 ½” OR 2” Binder
 2 Folders w/ Pockets & 3 Holes
 2 Comp. Tablets (Black Marble-Sewn & WideRuled)
 24 #2 Pencils *Not Recycled (NO NAMES)
 1 Small Pencil Sharpener
 1 Box Colored Pencils
 1 Box Crayons 24ct. (Or More)
GRADE 2 CONTINUE…
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1 Set BROAD TIP Classic Colored Felt Pens
1 School Box (Plastic) No Bigger Than 8 ½ x 5 ½ x
3
1 Bottle (4oz.) White Glue
2 rolls Paper Towel
2 Boxes of Kleenex (Facial Tissues)
1 CRAYOLA (8 Colors) Watercolor Paint Set
2 Pump Bottle Dispenser Of Hand Sanitizer
4 Large Erasers
1 3-Hole Fabric Pencil Pouch
FOR HOMEWORK: (To Be Kept At Home)
-Pencils, Glue, Crayons, Scissors.
GRADE 3
 3 Lined Composition Tablets (Black Marble,
Sewn)
 1 Yellow Highlighter
 3doz. #2 Pencils, Wooden Yellow (Ticonderoga)
 1 1” Binder w/ Slip-in Front Cover (White)
 1 Box Crayons 16 Count
 1 Set Colored Markers
 1 3-Hole Fabric Pencil Pouch
 1 Bottle (4oz.) White Glue
 1 Small Hard Plastic Cup For Water
 2 Rolls Paper Towel
 1 Box Facial Tissues
 1 Pump Bottle Dispenser Of Hand Sanitizer (GIRLS)
 1 Pump Bottle Of Hand Soap (BOYS)
 2 Large Erasers
 2 Black Sharpies
 2 Post-it Notepad 3x3
 1 Pair Scissors
 2 Black Dry-erase Expo Markers
FOR HOMEWORK: To Be Kept At Home
-Crayons and Pencils
SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST
GRADE 4 & GRADE 5
PRESCHOOL/INCLUSIONS
GRADE 4
 4 Lined Comp. Tablets (Black Marble, Sewn)
 5doz. #2 Pencils (NO MECHANICAL/NO NAMES)
 1 Box Crayons
 2 Rolls Paper Towel
 1 Box Colored Pencils
 2 Boxes Ziploc Bags (1 Quart & 1 Gallon)
 2 1½” - 2” Binder w/ Slip-in Front Cover (White)
 2 Boxes Pencil Top Erasers
 2 Black Fine-point Permanent Sharpie Markers
 18pk. Crayola Markers (Broad Tip)
 2 4oz. Elmer’s Glue
 2 Yellow Highlighters
 1 Water Color Set (Crayola Brand)
 1 Box Baby Wipes
 1 Box Kleenex
 1 3-Hole Fabric Pencil Pouch
 1 6pk. Subject Dividers w/ Pockets
 1 Scissors Pointed (Name On)
 1 Ruler (centimeters/inches)(Name On)
 1 Pump Bottle Hand Sanitizer (GIRLS ONLY)
 1 Pump bottle Hand Soap (BOYS ONLY)
 3pk. Post-it Notes (3x3)
 1 Personal Set Of Headphones For Computer Use
(Name On)
 2pks. College Ruled Paper
 1 Plain White T-shirt For Class Shirt
FOR HOMEWORK: Please Have Appropriate
Supplies To Complete Tasks.
GRADE 5
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1 Large Eraser
2 Red Pens
2 Black OR Blue Pens
6 Lined Comp. Books (Black Marble-Sewn)
3 Doz. #2 Pencils Sharpened *NOT MECHANICAL
w/ NAMES LABELED
1 Box 16ct. Crayola Crayons
3 rolls Paper Towels
2 3-Metal Pronged PLASTIC Portfolios w/ Pockets
1 2” Metal 3-Ring Binder OR Trapper Keeper
1 Ruler (Inches & Centimeters)
1 Pencil Pouch/Case w/ 3 Holes
1 Box Kleenex (Facial Tissues)
1 Scissors
1 bottle Hand Sanitizer OR Liquid Soap (BOYS
ONLY)
1 Pkg. Clorox Wipes
1 Box Ziploc (Quart OR Gallon Size)
1 Personal Pencil Sharpener w/ Reservoir
2 Black Fine-Point Permanent Sharpie (BOLD)
1 8pk. BROAD TIP Markers (BOLD)
1 Pkg. Dividers with 5-6 Subjects
8 Glue Sticks
2 Highlighters
1 Personal Set Of Headphones For PERSONAL
Computer Use (Please Write Child’s Name On
Ziploc & Enclose Headphone)
4 Black Dry-Erase (Expo) Markers
FOR HOMEWORK: Please have appropriate
supplies to complete tasks.
PRESCHOOL SPED
 1 Complete Change of Clothes in Ziploc w/ Name
 1 Extra Pair of Slippers to be Kept at School
 Diapers & Baby Wipes if Needed
 4 Toothbrushes (1 For Each Quarter) w/ Name
 2 Small Non-Fluoride Training Toothpaste Tubes
 1 Toothbrush Holder w/ Name
 1 Comp. Book (Marble Sewn w/ Lines)
 4 Boxes of Kleenex
 4 Dispensers of Anti-bacterial Soap
 1 Backpack – Large Enough to Hold Pocket Folder
 1 Plastic Cup / Water Bottle w/ Name
 1 Small Blanket
 1 Set Water Color Paint
 4 Disinfecting Wipes
 1 Pk. Colored Markers
PRESCHOOL/INCLUSIONS
 1 Complete Change Of Clothes In Large Ziploc
(LABEL EVERYTHING)
 1 Extra Pair Of Slippers To Keep At School (LABEL)
 2 Toothbrushes (One For Each Semester)
 1 Tube Non-Fluoride Toothpaste
 1 Comp. Book (Marble Sewn)
 2 Boxes of Kleenex
 4 Dispensers Of Anti-Bacterial Soap
 1 Backpack Large Enough To Hold Folders
 1 Water Bottle Or Cup w/ NAME
 2 Plastic Folders (RED For Girls, BLUE For Boys)
 1 Container Antibacterial Wipes
 1 Box 24ct. Crayola Crayons
 2 Bags Of Napkins For Snack Time
 1 Bottle Of Glue (4oz.)
 4 Glue Sticks
 1 Box 8 Count Crayola Markers
LibrarY corner
Michele
Navone
Become a Summer Reading Champion
@ YOUR PUBLIC LIBRARY
http://librarieshawaii.org/
WHO:
Every student at Kahakai School
WHAT: Summer Reading Program
FREE PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, PRIZE DRAWINGS!
WHEN: June 5 – July 16, 2016
WHERE: REGISTER STARTING MAY 31 @ your public library
WHY:
Best the summer slide
THIS LINK BELOW WILL TAKE TO THE STATE LIBRARY HOME PAGE FOR ALL THE EXTRA DETAILS. LIBRARIES STATEWIDE ARE IN ON THE FUN.
http://librarieshawaii.org/
KEEP IN MIND KAHAKAI STUDENTS read about 14,000 books this
school year for pleasure and fun.
WOW, that’s on top of the reading for class work and studies. Families your kids love to read.
REGISTRATIONS FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2016 - 2017
Tuesday July5, Wednesday July 6 & Thursday July 7
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
School Office
RETURNING STUDENTS:
*Please be sure to bring a proof of residence with you to verify your address.
(Utility/cable bill/lease agreement etc.)
NEW STUDENTS:
*Please bring birth certificates, immunization shot records including TB test.
* Please be sure to bring a proof of residence (Utility/cable bill/lease agreement etc.)
Parent information forms, Emergency Cards, Lunch and Bus Applications and payments will be accepted at
this time.
*** If you’re not returning to Kahakai Elementary School, please stop by the office to fill out a “withdraw form”.
Please let us know which school your child/children will be transferring too.
2016 Summer Enrichment Programs
June 6 - July 1, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Please pack a healthy snack and water for your child/children.
**No School June 10, 2016 in observance of King Kamehameha Day
End of the program Celebration
July 1, 2016 9:30 - 11:00
Come and see what your child/children accomplished during their summer with our 21st Century
richment.
Light refreshments will be served.
Summer En-
Meet and Greet
(for Grades 2-5 Only)
Kahakai Elementary School
Monday, July 28, 2016
Anytime between 3:00– 5:00p.m.
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Please come and meet your child’s teacher
And
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Bring your school supplies and drop them off
before school starts
We hope to see you!
Special Note:
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Kindergarten will be meeting with parents the
morning of July 28. Parents are encouraged to
bring all supplies at that time.
We invite you to hear about the magical
year that awaits your child in.....
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Place: Kahakai Elementary School - Library
Date: Monday July 28, 2016
 Presentation to start promptly at 3:00 pm
 Please DO NOT bring your supplies to the Library.
Please leave supplies in your car until orientation is concluded.
D101 Mrs. Hee
F102 Mrs. Hull
D102 Mrs. Spaulding
F101 Grade 1 Staff
D102 Mrs. Cho
F103 Grade 1 Staff
* Mrs. Hee’s class will not be open for supply drop off. She will be
absent due to a family event. Drop off supplies with her class on the
first day of school.
 Please put your child’s name on all crayons, pens, pencils, and
glue prior to school supply drop off.
We look forward to meeting you and your child !
Be an “Keiki Run” Finisher and support Kahakai Elementary Schools efforts
to raise need funding for sports and PE equipment for our students.
Complete the application that was sent home and return it to the school by Tuesday, June 14, or
you can also go online and complete your entry there. If you wish you can also complete the entry forms that were sent home and take them to Bikeworks by June 16 or to Sports Authority on
June 17. And if can’t commit now, and find that Saturday morning (June 18) you have a free day,
then come on down to Kona Commons and enter there. Race starts at 8:00 a.m. so you need to
register by 7:30 a.m. It’s a day of fun for entire family.
Hope to see you there … Imua Kahakai...
Pepperoni Pizza Warp
Ingredients
1 stick light string cheese
1 medium-large flour tortilla
2 TB pizza sauce
Dash of Itallian seasoning
Ingredients (cont.)
Dash of garlic powder
Dash of onion powder
1/4 cup chopped spinach leaves (opt)
1/4cup canned stewed tomatoes (chopped &
patted dry)
1 tsp parmesan cheese
6 pieces of pepperoni chopped
Directions
Set toaster oven to highest setting. Tear string cheese into pieces and roughly
chop. Set aside.
Place tortilla on a microwave-safe plate and microwave for 10 seconds, or until
just warm. Evenly spread sauce onto the center of the tortilla, and sprinkle with
a dash of each of the spices. Top with spinach, stewed tomatoes, parmesan
cheese, pepperoni and string cheese.
76-147 Royal Poinciana Road
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Phone: 808-313-6200
Fax: 808-327-4333
Website: Kahakai.me
Wrap tortilla up like a burrito, folding the sides in first, then rolling it up from
the bottom. Place warp on a microwave-safe plate, seam side down and warm in
the microwave for 30 seconds. Transfer wrap to the toaster oven and cook until
hot on the inside and slightly crisp on the outside, about 3 minutes.