P.O. Box 398 Kamuela, HI 96743 Phone: 808-890-8144 Facsimile: 808-890-8146 E-mail: kanuprincipal@kalo.org

Kanu o ka ‘ĀinaKanu o ka ‘Āina PCS Volume: 18 Issue: 12 Ka La 1 December, 2017

Hunehune Kalo Weekly

Rather than waiting until it is too late, we should let people around us know every day that we appreciate them. This appreciation can be expressed with as little as a hug or a smile, or a simple “mahalo nui.” During this time of thanks-giving, let’s make a conscious effort to tell our parents,

siblings and other family members, our friends, our fellow students, teachers and all other impor-tant persons in our lives how thankful we are for their aloha and their presence in our lives.

‘Ōlelo No‘eau Pūhalu ka ihu, nānā i ke kā‘ao.

Stretch the nostrils, see the overripe pandanus. When the scent reaches the nose,

one sees the overripe hala fruit (fallen to the ground). One only notices the many good things

a person does when it is too late to show appreciation.

Hōʻke Haumana

Most of our Ka ‘Ohā students spend a majority of their time completing their curriculum at home with their ‘ohana. However, a majority of our haumāna also gather with their fellow Ka ‘Ohā students at least one day a week to learn from Kumu in various subjects. In fact, Ka ‘Ohā currently has students who meet up to learn together in Waimea, Kohala and Honoka‘a on Hawai‘i Island, Waipahu and Kahuku on Oʻahu, Kualapuu on Moloka‘i, and Lihue on Kaua‘i. Each of our off-site meetups is unique in its own way.

Options Day students come together one day a week to learn, explore and play in a wonderful school environ-ment. Haumāna from Waimea are able to learn together as a group on the Kanu o ka ‘Āina campus on Friday afternoon at Options Day. Students in Waimea are working with Kumu Honu to prepare for Ka Kanu Makahiki 2017 with on-campus students soon. Our Waimea students are excited to be a part of on campus events!

Connections Kumu Pua Mendonca and Kumu Kamaka Meringolo lead students online and meet virtually and in-person to support learning. Kumu Pua Mendonca helps elementary haumāna who are signed up for Ka ‘Ohā’s Connections curriculum. With only five ‘ohana and seven haumāna from Kauaʻi to Hilo, Kumu Pua works half-time helping keiki in grades K-4. We have online meetings every week for those who live on other islands, and Kumu Pua comes to the Waimea campus every Friday to meet face to face with our Big Island ‘ohana and keiki. We have fun participating in piko, working through lessons, creating art, and even going on short huaka’i. So much mahalo to Kumu Maya who invites our kindergarten students to be with her keiki on Friday too!

On Oʻahu, Kumu Noelani Kamalu supports Ka ‘Ohā students and parents during weekly meetups. She also plans and leads students on huaka‘i around Oʻahu. This year, haumāna have visited Hōkuleʻa and Kanehu-namoku. Most recently, students joined her for the Hakipuʻu Makahiki. Mahalo Kumu Noe for guiding our Oʻahu ‘ohana!

Kumu Kilia Purdy-Avelino leads our Moloka‘i haumāna in our OLA partnership program. Their theme for this year is Cultural Entrepreneurship as they explore the Ahupuaʻa system, homesteading economics, and connect-ing with the ʻāina via farming. Kupuna along with island wide huaka‘i allow students to focus on a self-direct-ed project that includes a business plan and new local product creation. Mahalo Kumu Kilia for your innovation and leadership!

Mahalo to all of our Ka ‘Ohā kumu and staff on all islands who guide our Ka ‘Ohā as they strive to uphold the guiding principles of Kanu o ka ‘Āina.

Community Give-back Kauhale ʻŌiwi o Puʻukapu is Hawaiʻi’s first community-designed and controlled intergenerational learning des-tination located on 30 acres of Department of Hawaiian Home Lands at Puʻukapu, Waimea. KALO / KANU is fortunate to be a part of this special place and supportive Hawaiian community. It has been almost nine (9) years since the first building was dedicated. We are so appreciative to share in the stewardship of these ʻāina pulapula with the community and understand that as the school has grown, there is more traffic, congestion and other challenges that accompany community development.

Mahalo to Puʻulu ʻAukahi Mākua for organizing a successful community give-back to show our aloha and con-tinue to foster strong healthy relationships in our community.

900 laulau were cooked and packaged on Saturday for fresh hot delivery to the Kūhiō village community on Sunday, November 19, 2017. It took many hands to make this possible. Mahalo nui to those that dedicated their time and exemplified Aloha kekahi i kekahi in this effort. During this wonderful season of thanksgiving, our community was able to enjoy these wonderful laulau as part of a warm meal with their ʻOhana.

Lā Kūʻokoʻa November is an important month for Hawaiʻi and the celebration of Hawaiian independence. The year 1843 was a year filled with both hardships and successes. The hardships were truly test of perseverance and commitment and the successes reflect the ultimate foundation from which this country is rooted. King Kamehameha the third dispatched a Hawaiian delegation to the United States and Europe with the power to settle difficulties with the other nations and negotiate treaties. This delegation’s ultimate duty was to secure the recognition of Hawaiian independence from the major powers of the world. Timoteo Haʻalilio along with William Richards, and sir George Simpson were commissioned as joint ministers. – The PolynesianAn article from The Polynesian Vol. XXI Honolulu, November 2000 No. 3, was sent to all ʻohana members earlier this month. We encourage you to read it and take a glimpse into the life of Timoteo Haʻalilio, the loyal dedicated and intelligent Hawaiian subject whose life works will speak for themselves. Hawai’i was recognized as an independent nation because of this man, and years later we honor and celebrate Hawai’i’s Independence Day - Lā kūʻokoʻa. Share the story and the history with your keiki.

Kumu Hina visited the school to uplift and strengthen the hearts of our kanaka. A message was delivered to the keiki and kumu, encouraging self-confidence, clear thoughts, and to be prepared for all that lies ahead. Rein-forcing the values of our school, she reminded us of our kuleana to one another as ʻohana when going through struggles or issues. The mele she taught; He Mele No Na Koa Aloha ʻAina was written for her current students in prison. This is an excerpt of the chorus. Na kaua e kuʻu lahui It shall be you and I my beloved nationE paʻa pono, e paʻa I ka hoe uli To hold fast to the steering paddleA hoe aku, hoe a hoe a mau Let us paddle onward and forwardA hiki loa I kai o ka maluhia Until we reach the shores of sanctuaryA hiki loa ia hawaiʻinuiakea Until we reach Hawaiʻi of the vast expanseEo Hawaiʻi e ola mau loa kou inoa Answer oh Hawaiʻi, long live your name

BIRTHDAYS

12/1 Coleman, Nason12/1 Hart, Brian12/1 Casar, Iolani12/1 Chingcuangco, Eliana12/1 Leota, Fiyah12/2 Lindsey, Kalae12/2 Evans, Conrad12/3 Marlowe, Grant12/3 Berg, Hawken12/4 Niihau, Joshua12/5 Usack, Ashlynn12/5 Cook, Wai’aka12/5 Johnston, Eli12/6 Peritore, Paul12/6 Satterwhite, Solana12/7 Mattos, Wyatt12/7 Whitesell, Rowan12/8 Hoopai, Xander12/9 Mehau, Ehukai12/9 Hanohano, Ho’onaikaleolani12/10 Blanco, Alley12/10 Kahoopii, Marlie Rose12/11Kahokuloa, Kameleonalani12/11 Pahinui, Janoe12/11 Moses, Maverick Lee12/12 Harris, Aliyah12/16 Stallsmith, Della12/16 Kahiamoe, Cayden12/16 Ke, Keani12/16 Nikolas, Eli12/16 Nikolas, Rush12/16 Braga, Lia12/16 Pope, Koi12/16 Cape, Liam12/17 Alaniz, Morgan12/17 Yates, Nicolas12/18 Lindsey-Soares, He’enalu12/18 Beard, Nolan12/19 Springer,, Ava12/19 Velasco, Ariana12/21 Devine, Maile12/21 Takaki, Dyllen12/21 Hoyman, Shayne12/21 Stender, Rowyn Jaime12/23 Agosto, Alysa12/23 Hofman, Sage12/23 Kaneshiro, Haden12/23 Niutupuivaha, Ioana12/24 Peritore, Angelina12/26 Keliiaa-Makanui, Tamika12/27 Kirkpatrick, Leilani12/27 Bertelmann-Kanekoa, Kyani12/29 Hughes, Eva12/30 Hogge, Braiden12/30 Kaaihili, Kahilu12/31 Macias, Ciani12/31 Jardine, Lincoln

DECEMBER 2 CHRISTMAS PARADE DECEMBER 1-3 MAKAI MAKAHIKI CEREMONY DECEMBER 5 - 7 – KA KANU MAHAKHIKI DECEMBER 15 - FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS DEC. 23 TO JAN. 7 - WINTER BREAK JAN. 10 – PARENT COFFEE HOUR JAN. 17 – OVERTHROW ANNIVERSARY JAN. 21-27 NATIONAL SCHOOL CHOICE WEEK JAN. 23 – GUEST MAISEY RIKA PERFORMANCE SAVE THE DATE * HULA DRAMA* MAY 18-19, 2018 KANU

LONOIKAMAKAHIKI: The arrival of the lunar month of Welehu, and the rising of the Makaliʻi or Pleia-des at sunset, signal the end of the Hawaiian calendar year, and the start of a new year. They also mark the beginning of Ho‘oilo, the winter or rainy season, as well as the start of the Makahiki, a time of thanksgiv-ing, of rest and recuperation, of merriment and joy. Please come and join us in our upcoming events: Kā Kanu Makahiki Tuesday -Thursday, December 5,6 & 7 2017 at Kanu campus during school hours from 8:00am-3:00pm. 12/4 - Set Field, 12/5 - Ceremony - Games to follow (Kukini, Konane & Huki-huki (6v6); Elem games to follow, 12/6 - Finish Elem Games; Start MS/HS games, 12/7 - Finish MS/HS Games, 12/8 – School-Wide Health Fair Day

Parent volunteers needed on the following days:TUESDAY, DECEMBER 05set up and cooking (8:00 am - 10:00 am), serving lunch (10:20 am -1:30 pm), bagging left overs for sale and clean up (1:30 pm -3:30 pm)WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 06 (Kalua Pig and Cabbage Lunch @ Gym)set up and cooking Kalua Pig and Cabbage (8:00 am - 10:00 am), cut cabbage (8:00 - 10:00 am), serving lunch (10:30 am - 1:30 pm), bagging left overs for sale and clean up (1:30 pm -3:30 pm)(Chilli Prep @ Malamapoki’i Kitchen)cut veggies, cooking down the meat (8:00 am -12:00 pm), cool down and clean up (12:00 pm - 2:00 pmbag chilli for storage (2:00 pm - 3:00 pm)THURSDAY, DECEMBER 07 (Chilli Lunch @ Gym)set up and reheating the chilli (8:00 am - 10:00 am, serving lunch (10:30 am - 1:30 pm), bagging left overs for sale, breakdown and clean up (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: December 15, 2017 5:00 pm at Kanu o ka ʻĀina Halau Hoʻokipa. School wide fundraiser, open to all KANU ʻohana and community. Each hui will be fundraising with various crafts, food, or items for sale. Many volunteers are needed with various aspects of this event. Check with kumu and hui reps for individual hui needs.

COMMUNITYKā Moku O Keawe Makahiki Community event at the Waimea Community Park on Saturday January 20, 2018 from 7:00am-5:00pm

2ND Annual Kamuela Inn Christmas wreath contest. Drop off Thurs., December 7, 2017 between 10 am & 5 pm. Awards Celebration: 4-6 pm on December 10 at Kamuela Inn. Minimum donation of $20 per wreath to the Big Island Giving Tree suggested with entry form. Three categories: Adult wreath category; Youth wreath category and “Paniolo Country Christmas” theme category. Best in Show will receive an award and monetary award of $200. First, 2nd and 3rd place in each category will receive horseshoe stand and monetary award of $150, $100 and $75. Info: Edlyn Carvalho, kamuelainn@gmail.com. Tel: 885-4243.

Important Info & Updates

Rubiks Club

Ever wonder how to solve a rubiks cube or maybe you wanted to learn? Well we have the club for you. Not only will your learn how to solve the cube, you can also learn different creative things you can do with it. Such as create a mosaic, or even go into competition.

• Wednesdays- Ho`olako • 3:00pm to 4:30pm • Grades 4-8 • Free

NOT YOUR MAMAʻS SCIENCE....... Come and meet the Quirkles, they are 26 imaginary scientists who will help your keiki to love and appreciate science. We will read their stories and do the experiments. This is such a great way for your keiki to explore different ways to intergrate literacy and science.

• Mondays- Gym • 3:00pm to 4:30pm • Grades K-5 • Free Cooking Class

Looking for an alternative snack option for your keiki? Why not have them learn how to make it themsevles. Students will be learning how to make snacks that not only taste good, but are also good for them. Parents are welcome to come as well.

• Fridays- Gym

• 12:00pm – 2:00pm

• All ages welcome

• Free

AFTER SCHOOL programs

KALO 21st CCLC info@kalo.org

Programs coming soon.......

Robotics and DRONES

Interested in learning how to build robots or maybe even wondered how to fly a drone? Come and join our team. Come by and see Aunty Stasia for more information and a registration form.

• Open to Grades 4-8 • Robots and Drones are in, we are looking

for any parent, staff, or community member to come and volunteer their time to run our program. Pleas contact me for more info..

After schoolʻs

In session.......

Math Club Join the Kanu Math Club for opportunities that will enrich and broaden your understanding of real-world math.

• Fridays – Halau Puke • 12 noon – 1:00pm • Grades 6-8 • Free

BOOK TO FILM Do you love to read? Do you find yourself getting lost in an enjoyable book? Do you love watching movies? If you do, come and join our club. Come and see what it is all about…

We will be starting our new book WONDER.. Nov. 7th • Tuesdays- Library • 3:00pm to 4:00pm • Grades 3-5 and Grades 6-8 • Free

WAIKAUNU HULA

E Komomai!! Come and join Kumu Nicole and some of our Kanu keiki in learning the art of telling a story through the ancient dance of hula..

• Now on Tuesdays – Hoʻolako

• Time- 3:30pm – 4:30pm

• Grades K-6

• FREE

Cirque ‘ohana

Ever wondered or wanted to learn how to walk on stilts, ride a unicycle, or maybe even learn how to juggle? Come on over and learn the many different skills that are used in the circus.

• Tuesdays • 3:00pm – 4:30pm • All Stdents Welcome • Free

AFTER SCHOOL KEIKI CARE

Keiki care is available after school daily, for parents who need childcare. A typical afternoon includes an after-school snack, homework time, and some playtime outside. Keiki will also do iPad and computer lab activities, art projects, field games, movies, and music.

• Now located in the Gym • Monday to Thursday: 2:30 pm- 5:30 pm • Friday: 12 noon – 5:30 pm • $100 Fee • Scholarships are available for qualifying Kanu

students.

*Important Information*

Book Fair is coming soon – November 15th-17th.

Special Event for book fair will be on Nov. 16th 5pm-7pm. We will have a book raffle, reading time, light refreashments.. Please come and support raising readers..

All after school programs are open to all our keiki..

If there are any parents who have any special skills that you would like to share with our keiki

Contact: Stasia Nauka for more information on how to sign up: 808-890-2508, stasia@kalo.org

Contest Rules Wreaths MUST be rigid and circular in shape with an opening in the center and include a loop for hanging. All wreaths must be wall hung. Wreaths must be decorated by the entrant. Minimum wreath diameter is 12 inches with a maximum diameter of 48 inches. Maximum acceptable weight for wreaths is 30 pounds. Wreaths may not contain any food products or perishable items. Wreaths requiring an electrical hook up will not be accepted. Entries will be accepted on Thursday, December 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Kamuela Inn front desk, 65-1300 Kawaihae Road in Waimea. No early or late entries will be accepted. Each entry must include a Wreath Contest Entry Form and a minimum donation of $20.00 to the Big Island Giving Tree. Kamuela Inn reserves the right to refuse any entry. Winners will be announced at an Awards Celebration held at Kamuela Inn on Sunday, December 10, 4:00pm-6:00pm. Family fun evening with complimentary light refreshments and entertainment. Winning en-trants not in attendance may claim their awards weekdays, 9am-5pm at the Kamuela Inn front desk. Identification must be presented to claim the award. All entries will be on exhibit at Kamuela Inn from December 7-25, 2017. Wreaths must be claimed on Tuesday, December 26, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Kamuela Inn’s front desk. Please call 885-4243 to make alternate arrangements if unavailable to pick up wreaths on that day. All unclaimed wreaths shall be recycled or disposed of by January 2, 2018. All decisions of the judges will be final. Kamuela Inn will not be responsible for the loss or condition of the entries. It is the entrant’s responsibility to read and understand the rules of this contest and to enter the appropriate division. Images of wreaths may be used in advertising, promotional materials, publications, websites, or any other media in conjunction with Kamuela Inn’s Annual Christ-mas Wreath Contest, with no compensation other than credit of entrant name and title of wreath. For more information, please contact: Kamuela Inn Attn: Edlyn Carvalho, Innkeeper PO Box 2126 Kamuela, HI 96743 Phone: 808-885-4243 Email: kamuelainn@gmail.com http://www.thekamuelainn.com

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Christmas Wreath Contest

2017 Theme:

“Paniolo Country Christmas”

WREATH DROP-OFF: Thursday, December 7, 2017

10:00am-5:00pm

@ Kamuela Inn

AWARD’S CELEBRATION:

Sunday, December 10, 2017 4:00pm-6:00pm

@ Kamuela Inn

65-1300 Kawaihae Road Kamuela, HI

ELIGIBILITY This contest is open to any individual or group residing on the Big Island. Entrants may sub-mit more than one wreath. Each wreath can be en-tered in only one category. A minimum donation of $20 is suggested and may be made to The Big Island Giving Tree by attaching a check to the entry form, written to: The Big Island Giving Tree

CONTEST CATEGORIES

ADULT WREATH CATEGORY: Open to any individual or group with participants aged 18 years or older.

YOUTH WREATH CATEGORY: Open to any individual or group with participants aged 17 years or younger.

THEME CATEGORY: “Paniolo Country Christmas” Open to any individual or group.

Each entrant, individual or group, may win only one award.

AWARDS

One wreath will be selected as the “Best in Show” and receive the Innkeeper’s Award consisting of a hand-crafted horseshoe stand and a monetary award of $200.

First, second, and third place winners in the three categories will receive a handcrafted horseshoe stand and a monetary award of $150, $100, or $75.

Each entrant, individual or group, may win only one award.

JUDGING CRITERIA

Judging will be based on workmanship, creativ-ity, and use of materials. Wreaths in the theme category will be judged on the entrant’s incorporation of the theme into the wreath.

Please see the inside of this form for contest rules and dates.