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Friday, May 18, 2012
Summer Fun
We had a fantastic year in Kindergarten and learned so much. But now it is time for a short break to relax and have time to swim, play outdoors, and/or even attend summer school. Here's what we plan to do for fun these next few warm and sunny months.
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Reminders
Aloha Parents,
The students had an additional computer class since January where they have worked on Kerpoof and a picture book maker. The following two students wished to share their book with you. Don't you agree their work is outstanding? Click on the link to view it. If that doesn't work, copy and paste the link into the URL bar. Please be patient as it takes a little while to load. The site is a tad finicky so if all else fails, try to view the books at a later time.
Jackson:
Congratulations to Ryden as his artwork was selected to be featured in the Aloha Care Children's Art Exhibit at Honolulu Hale! His work was exceptional!
The Library is now closed for the year in order that Mrs. Okamura can organize her collection of books. She would appreciate it if all library books are returned as soon as possible.
Practice will continue for our class skit - One Fish, Two Fish. Continue to work with your child so s/he can remember their lines. Would there be 2-3 parents who could assist me with costuming in the classroom about 9:30am that morning?
Tidbits for the week:
The students had an additional computer class since January where they have worked on Kerpoof and a picture book maker. The following two students wished to share their book with you. Don't you agree their work is outstanding? Click on the link to view it. If that doesn't work, copy and paste the link into the URL bar. Please be patient as it takes a little while to load. The site is a tad finicky so if all else fails, try to view the books at a later time.
Jackson:
Mari:
Mahalo to Sarah, Drew, Kylen, and Elon for participating in the PTO Language Arts Fair on Tuesday evening. They shared information about their writing pieces to our visitors. They did a fabulous job.
Congratulations to Ryden as his artwork was selected to be featured in the Aloha Care Children's Art Exhibit at Honolulu Hale! His work was exceptional!
The Library is now closed for the year in order that Mrs. Okamura can organize her collection of books. She would appreciate it if all library books are returned as soon as possible.
Practice will continue for our class skit - One Fish, Two Fish. Continue to work with your child so s/he can remember their lines. Would there be 2-3 parents who could assist me with costuming in the classroom about 9:30am that morning?
Tidbits for the week:
- Monday, May 14th - Musubi Making Day. If you would like to share your musubi rice mold for this activity, please have your child bring it to school, labeled with his/her name.
- Tuesday, May 15th - Gotan-e Service (The celebration of Shinran Shonin's Birth) in the Temple. Please dress your child appropriately for this special day.
- Tuesday, May 15th - P.E. will be held in the Gym. Your child can change into their P.E. clothes after the Gotan-e Service.
- Wednesday, May 16th - Awards Assembly
- Wednesday, May 23rd - Stories at Sunrise performed by the Kindergarten students. Location in the Dojo, beginning at 10:00.
"There is only one pretty child in the world, and every mother has it" Chinese Proverb
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Happy Mother's Day
These videos are for all of our mommies. We love you very much. Thank you for everything you do for us!
Friday, May 4, 2012
Reminders
It's already May and there is still so much to do but so little time. We're looking forward to a busy and fun-filled next few weeks.
Your children are encouraged to read daily through books they have at home. HMS also offers an effective personalized online reading program, myON Reader, so please continue to support your child to improve their reading skills.
All the students enjoy our online 'Mathletics' program which is a fun way to practice and challenge their Math skills. Therefore, additional tasks have been assigned on a more challenging level. Please help your keiki if they some assistance logging in. Due date is Friday, May 11th.
Stories at Sunrise, short skits performed by the Kindergarten classes will be held on Wednesday, May 23rd in the Dojo at 10:00am. K-1's students have been practicing their skit One Fish, Two Fish . Each of them have an important role and are getting quite excited to share their acting talents. Mrs. Cari Lee (Taira), HMS Drama instructor has been generous to allow the students to borrow some costumes from her collection. Therefore, please dress your child as follows:
Red fish - Jacob and Mari - red t-shirt/shorts or skirt
Blue fish - Drew and Kylen - blue t-shirt/shorts or skirt
Yellow fish - Jackson and Sarah - yellow t-shirt/shorts or skirt
Mr. Gump - David - black or gray t-shirt and long pants
Monkeys - Ryden, Aya, and Norika - brown t-shirt/any colored shorts
Wolves - Elon, Matson, and Trip - gray t-shirt/long gray pants
If your child doesn't have the particular color as suggested, s/he can wear a similar color or you can be creative. Any questions? Please contact me.
Dates to remember:
Happy Children's Day,
Mrs. Lee
Your children are encouraged to read daily through books they have at home. HMS also offers an effective personalized online reading program, myON Reader, so please continue to support your child to improve their reading skills.
All the students enjoy our online 'Mathletics' program which is a fun way to practice and challenge their Math skills. Therefore, additional tasks have been assigned on a more challenging level. Please help your keiki if they some assistance logging in. Due date is Friday, May 11th.
Stories at Sunrise, short skits performed by the Kindergarten classes will be held on Wednesday, May 23rd in the Dojo at 10:00am. K-1's students have been practicing their skit One Fish, Two Fish . Each of them have an important role and are getting quite excited to share their acting talents. Mrs. Cari Lee (Taira), HMS Drama instructor has been generous to allow the students to borrow some costumes from her collection. Therefore, please dress your child as follows:
Red fish - Jacob and Mari - red t-shirt/shorts or skirt
Blue fish - Drew and Kylen - blue t-shirt/shorts or skirt
Yellow fish - Jackson and Sarah - yellow t-shirt/shorts or skirt
Mr. Gump - David - black or gray t-shirt and long pants
Monkeys - Ryden, Aya, and Norika - brown t-shirt/any colored shorts
Wolves - Elon, Matson, and Trip - gray t-shirt/long gray pants
If your child doesn't have the particular color as suggested, s/he can wear a similar color or you can be creative. Any questions? Please contact me.
Dates to remember:
- Tuesday, May 8th - Free Swim for Kindergarten classes from 1-2pm . Your child needs to bring all swimming gear.
- Tuesday, May 8th - PTO meeting beginning in the Cafe at 5:30. Language Ars Fair in the classrooms with informal student Presentation of Learning. Elon and Sarah will represent K-1 to share their Reading and Writing masterpieces to our visitors.
- Wednesday, May 9th - MAPA musical 'We Call Dem Slippahs" parent consent form and payment due.
- Friday, May 11th - Last Library class and all Library books due.
- Friday, May 11th - Mathletics tasks due
Happy Children's Day,
Mrs. Lee
How Do You Like to Eat Watermelon?
Who likes Watermelon? Who likes Sour Patch Watermelon candy? Find out what we enjoyed most!
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Reminders
Aloha Parents,
I am sure you'd agree that the Kindergarten class was fantastic at the Spring Program 'Aloha HMS'. Their singing voices filled the Social Hall and their hand motions were a sight to see. I'm certain all of you took videos of the event, but maybe you might want to view them again. Arigato for supporting this celebration!
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A few reminders:
- Tuesday, May 1st - Your keiki will showoff their swimming skills. Be sure to meet them at the pool at 9:50am. Their 'show' will last about 35 minutes.
- Tuesday, May 8th - PTO meeting followed by Language Arts Showcase. Meet in the cafe at 5:30pm prior to visiting classrooms. Are there 3-4 students from K-1 who would like to share their Language Arts work with parents and students who visit our classroom? If so, 'please' let me know!
- Friday, May 11th - All Library books due.
- Wednesday, May 23rd - 'Stories at Sunrise', class performance of 'One Fish, Two Fish' in the Dojo beginning at 10:00am. Actors' attire TBD.
A hui hou,
Mrs. Lee
Friday, April 27, 2012
Fish Faces
Fish Faces by
Norbert Wu is a book filled with colorful pictures of beautiful, fierce, and unusual looking underwater creatures that come in different sizes and shapes. After listening to the story, we created our own fish using construction paper and gave it a name. Then, we wrote what it ate and liked to do underwater.
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