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February 7, 2013
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Music Field Trip - Monday
We are fortunate to be able to take students in K-12 to the Hawai‘i Youth Symphony Kaua‘i “Listen & Learn” School concert. Students will leave campus at 8:15 a.m. and return at approximately 10:15. The concert is designed to be not only a musical experience, but an educational one as well. The orchestra will play: The Star-Spangled Banner, La Forza del Destino - Giuseppe Verdi, Polovtsian Dances - Aleksandr Borodin, You’re a Grand Old Flag, America the Beautiful, Selections from Les Miserables, Hungarian Dance #5 - Johannes Brahms, The Thunderer March - John Philip Sousa.
afternoon. Please drive slowly. Cones will be placed to restrict traffic to oneway around the Frear turnaround in the mornings and in the afternoon. Also, curbside parking is NOT ALLOWED in areas not marked with parking stripes, especially along side the driveway adjacent to the PreK playground. If you have any questions, please call Mike at the business office. Let’s keep our keiki safe. Mahalo for your cooperation!
Driving on Campus
There is some concern about the traffic pattern at the entrance to the Wilcox Gym field parking. The area is shared by students and parents for arrival at school in the morning and departure from school in the
Jogathon Next Friday at Po‘ipu Beach
Students in grades PK-5 have one more week to get sponsors for this event. Funds raised go toward playground and PE equipment. The collection days are today and next Thursday, Feb. 14.
ZUMBA® for Robotics This Saturday
In the Wilcox Gymnasium from 9:00-10:30 a.m. $10 includes 90 minutes of ZUMBA®, plus a continental breakfast and a chance to win a dinner for two at the Red Salt Restaurant in Po‘ipu. Dress up red or pink and you might win a prize for the best dressed “Cupid.” Proceeds benefit Kaua‘ibots.
Want to Save $100? Re-enroll by Tomorrow
Re-enroll for the 2013-2014 school year by tomorrow! Contact Sean if you need more information. 2460233, ext. 241, or sean@ischool.org.
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Family Workday - Feb 16th 8:30 a.m.
Stay Up-To-Date: Use the ischool.org Calendar
Did you know that there is an online calendar that lists most school events? It’s easy to access. Just go to our website: ischool.org. Click on the “Calendar” tab on the right (next to the Parent Connection. To add it to your own Google calendar, click on the +Google Calendar tab on the bottom.
There are jobs for all ages. Join in on a morning of sprucing up our campus. It’s a great way to make new friends while making a difference!
Third Grade Pancake Breakfast - Feb. 16th
Tickets are on sale for $7 in front of the school for this 3rd grade fund raising event, from 7 - 10 a.m.
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I.S. Chronicles SEVENTH GRADE – Ms. Mariko took her girls homeroom class to the Regency at Puakea to interview the residents. They asked them a variety of questions and are writing biographies of kupuna.
Third graders made this beautiful blanket as an auction donation.
Fourth graders learned how KEO helps Kaua‘i’s homeless. They made care packages and Valentines for them.
Our seniors made a new friend at Makauwahi Sinkhole.
6th graders helped out at the Humane Society for their ho‘okupu.
SENIOR UPDATE – Matthew Cowden has been accepted at University of Redlands in Redlands, CA, and at University of Hawai‘i, Manoa. Joy Claypoole has been accepted at Concordia University Wisconsin in Mequon, WI. Steele Bird was accepted at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, CA.
5th graders are enjoying their Big Island adventure. Here they are (above) at Pu‘uhonua O Honaunau - The City of Refuge and (below) hiking the crater at Volcanoes National Park.
MOCK TRIAL – Congratulations to our Mock Trial team, who won yesterday against Kaua‘i High! Leila Breen, ‘16, was recognized as Outstanding Attorney and Autumn Warnock, ‘15, as Outstanding Witness. The team also includes: Jade Murphy, ‘16, Makenna Olson, ‘16, Brianna Griep, ‘16, April Oo, ‘13, Joy Claypoole, ‘13, Kalena Wong, ‘14, Kira Catlin, ‘15. The team will be heading to the state competition on March 23, at the Hawai'i Supreme Court. INTERACT CLUB – High School students interested in running for office gave speeches during lunch today. Island School’s Interact Club recently formed after a presentation from Rotary Club. It is an international service organization, open to high school students. They will plan and implement service projects.
Kindergarten & 3rd graders buddied up to read to the kupuna at the Regency at Puakea
Kindergarten students enjoy their snacks on the 100th Day of School
KINDERGARTEN – The class celebrated the 100th day of school on Wednesday. Each student brought in 100 food items to share for snack. There were many activities emphasizing the number and quantity of 100.
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Friday- Formal Friday Student Government will also be selling Valentines on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday: roses for $2, stuffed animals from $5 - $7, and homemade Candygrams from Na Pua Keiki saw lots and lots of whales on 50¢ - $1. their expedition this week. Middle School Monday- White Out Day SEVENTH GRADE – In Boys Tuesday- Twin Day Homeroom, students are creating scenario-based skits demonstrating the Wednesday- Pajama Day Thursday- Pink and Red Day differences between assertive, passive Friday- Formal Friday and aggressive communication styles. SPANISH – Students are having a Middle School dance on Friday, February 15, in the Frear, from 6:309:00 p.m. The theme celebrates the season of Carnival. Students are encouraged to dress up in Carnival costumes (dress code rules apply). Permission forms will be available starting next week. STUDENT GOVERNMENT – School Supplies 4 Africa are still being collected in bins located on campus. See January 24th’s PC for more information or call AJ Ort at 808-634-1402. Tomorrow is the last day to contribute. VALENTINES CELEBRATIONS – Students in grades PK-5 will celebrate on Valentine’s Day with a party organized by their room parents. High School and Middle School students will celebrate with a Spirit Week, organized by their student government representatives. They are invited to dress up as follows: (Please note, students choosing not to participate are expected to wear logowear to school. Those participating are expected to dress within dress code guidelines.) High School Monday- White Out Day Tuesday- Mismatch Day Wednesday- Pajama Day Thursday- Pink and Red Day
SECOND GRADE – The class celebrated cultures from around the world with presentations on a country of their choice. Today they held their annual Around-the-World Festival with international food, costumes, games and dancing. ART – Kaua‘i Museum’s annual Art Festival for K-5, opened with a good showing from our students who are taking art this trimester. The exhibit will be there for three weeks, through Friday, February 22nd. The Kaua‘i Museum is located across the street from First Hawaiian Bank on Rice Street in Lihu‘e. It is open from 10:00 to 5:00 Monday through Saturday. The following students have work in the exhibit: kindergarten: Kahi Apao, Athena Errico, Mary Magoun, Misa Mycynek, Ahanu Truong, , first grade: Michael Fitzgerald, Zachary Ing, Kaili Kaui, Amelina McDonald, Connor Tavares. Second grade: Julia Barzilai, (won second place for 3-dimensional artwork), Liliana DeSouza, (won second place for 2-dimensional artwork), Tanner Hubbard, Rebekah Ort, Eve Parker, Bradley Pratt, Julia Schilleci, Ryan Skinner, Mackenna Tamanaha. Fourth grade: Amber
Top, 2nd graders showed off their international costumes today at Morning Circle; bottom, then they feasted on food from around the world.
Asuncion, Colby Barth, Lucky Bonnano, Emma Malia Brown, Jaden DeSouza, Paulina Do, Graham Estelle, Kahana Heen, Hayley-Jay Kaeo, (won first place for 3-dimensional artwork), Braydon King, Alexa Lauryn, Taylor Meilke-Suizu, Kainoa Merano, Callista Yavinsky (won third place for 3-dimensional artwork).
artwork by: top - Liliana DeSouza, Callie Yavinsky; bottom - Julia Barzilai, Hayley-Jay Kaeo
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Parent Association PA Enrichment Grant
Congratulations to the following groups whose projects were awarded $100: The 3rd Grade Class - towards an extra night at the Polynesian Cultural Center on their annual O‘ahu trip. Middle School VEX Robotics Club for t-shirts to wear to the competition on O‘ahu this month. Middle School Science Olympiad team for t-shirts to wear for the state championships in March.
Teacher Appreciation Next Thursday Your Room Parents will be contacting you with instructions on how you can participate.
Classified Ads “LOVE THE ONE YOU’RE WITH” VALENTINE DANCE PARTY AND FOOD FEST: Saturday, February 16, 7:00 -11:00pm at the Puhi Theatrical Warehouse. Heavy pupus as only the KCP cooks can do them with fabulous desert bar. DJ Dancing to Rock & Roll, photo booth and tons of fun! $30 or $50 for a couple; KCP members $5 off. Get your tickets by going to www.kauaicommunityplayers.org or calling 800-838-3006. Fundraiser for Kaua‘i Community Players. HAWAI‘I YOUTH SYMPHONY: Feb. 10, 4-7 p.m. at KCC PAC. HYS is Hawai‘i’s only statewide orchestra program for youth, and a comprehensive community resource for orchestral music in Hawaii. Each year, HYS serves approximately 700 students, ages 5-18, from nearly 100 schools on different islands – and from all skill levels. Student Ticket Prices 10.00. Adults 30.00. Contact info: (808) 245-SING (7464). Or info@kauai-concert.org.
Mahalo to
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♥ ♥ ♥ Aloha Termite Kaua‘i, Inc. for fumigating the
drywood termites out of our teachers’ mailboxes in the for free!
♥ ♥ ♥ Tamara Jeffries for organizing the 4th grade
ho‘okupu.
♥ ♥ ♥ the 2nd grade parents for bringing in delicious
food for the the Around-the-World Festival.
♥ ♥ ♥ Judy Byce for answering the call for fake fish
from the 5th grade drama class. Lobsters, anyone?
♥ ♥ ♥ the Auction Volunteers for their hard work
and on-going support in making this year’s Pirate Ball a success!
CONCERT NOSH: Sunday, February 10, 3:30pm - 6:00pm at Kaua‘i Community College Performing Arts Center. Snack bar at the Hawai‘i Youth Symphony concert - proceeds benefit the Island School Chorus. WHALE WATCH/SNORKEL TOUR BENEFIT: Sail with Captain Andy on his big trimaran as a benefit for Hawai‘i Children’s Theatre. Sunday, February 10th. Tickets are a $80 donation and support their scholarship funds. Food and drinks provided. Depart from Port Allen in Eleele at 2:00pm for a 4 hour sail. Space is limited, so reserve your tickets today. Call Debra Blachowiak at 639-2437 or log onto www. hawaiichildrenstheatre.com and reserve your tickets online. GRIFFIN & FRIENDS: An art exhibit by Island School students. Kaua‘i Society of Artists Gallery, Kukui Grove March 8th through March 23rd. OPENING RECEPTION Friday, March 8th 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Music by Island School students
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