2021-2022AESニュース

GUIDING STATEMENTS

Vision: Empowering students to make a difference

Mission: AES provides a supportive community that values  LIVING, LOVING, and LEARNING

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BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

Be Kind, Be Respectful, Be Responsible

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PRINCIPALʻS MESSAGE

 

Dear Aliʻiolani ʻOhana,

 

We hope everyone is safe after the recent strong winds and heavy rain. A warm thank you to everyone who joined us for the Open House! It was wonderful connecting with you and sharing our direction for the students this year.

 

Campus Safety & Weather Updates

• Restricted Tree Areas: High winds caused several tree branches to fall across campus. Hazardous areas will be cordoned off until a full safety assessment is completed. Please remind your children to stay clear of restricted tree zones.

• Potential School Closure (Monday): Campus is currently experiencing intermittent power outages. We are monitoring the situation and will notify you if school needs to close tomorrow, Monday, 8/17. Please check your email every 1–2 hours today for updates.

 

School Spirit Week

• Kindergarten Rainbow Colors Week: It’s Rainbow Colors Week! We encourage students across all grades to participate by wearing their favorite bright rainbow colors throughout the week.

 

Thank you for your partnership and kokua in keeping our school community safe and organized!

 

Mahalo,

Leonard Padayhag, Principal

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IMPORTANT DATES AND INFORMATION

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For the first two weeks of school (August 3–14), parents are warmly invited to walk their keiki to their classroom doors for drop-off. Please refrain from walking up to the second floor. To respect the privacy of all our families, we kindly ask that you refrain from taking photos or videos of other students. Thank you for your cooperation!

• Please do not park in staff parking stalls next to the cafeteria.

• Breakfast is served from 7:15 am - 7:45 am

• Please complete your meal application and ensure your child’s account is funded. Until your application is processed and approved, your child will be charged the full meal price.

• Here is information regarding the Free and Reduced Lunch forms and submit them as soon as possible. Here is a link to the electronic form.

• Here is the link to make a lunch deposit for your child 

• Please complete and return the following forms as soon as possible:

  • Technology Responsible Form

  • Emergency cards

  • Audio/Visual Permission Form

  • Homelessness Questionnaire 

• Website: Our school website, https://www.aliiolanischool.com/, provides details about:

  • Pick-up times

  • Lunch deposits

  • School supplies

  • Other frequently asked questions

• Traffic Flow: To ease congestion, we'll continue designated drop-off and pick-up zones (Please display your child’s placard on your vehicle dashboard)

  • Lower grades (Grades K-2) - 6th Avenue

  • Upper grades (Grades 3-5) - 7th Avenue

  • Thank you for your cooperation!

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FRIENDLY REMINDERS

• Grades K-2, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)

• Grades 3-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)

• 8/10, Please do not park in staff parking stalls. Mahalo!

• 8/12, Open House from 1:15 pm - 3 pm

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DATES TO REMEMBER

• 8/20, 5-8 pm, Friends of Ali‘iolani School - Dave and Buster’s Spirit Night

• 8/21, No School (Statehood Holiday)

• 8/24, No School (Professional Development for Teachers)

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RAINBOW COLORS WEEKS 8/17-8/28

• Monday, 8/17 Red Day

• Tuesday, 8/18 Orange Day 

• Wednesday, 8/19 Yellow Day 

• Thursday, 8/20 Green Day

• Friday, 8/21 No School (Statehood Day)

• Monday, 8/24 No School (Professional Development Day)

• Tuesday, 8/25 Blue Day

• Wednesday, 8/26 Purple Day

• Thursday, 8/27 Picture Taking Day

• Friday, 8/28 Rainbow Day

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A+ AFTER SCHOOL UPDATES

• YMCA starts on 8/3, Monday after school

• Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office. 

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KINDNESS QUOTE

“Attitude is a choice. Happiness is a choice. Optimism is a choice. Kindness is a choice. Giving is a choice. Respect is a choice. Whatever choice you make makes you. Choose wisely.”

—Roy T. Bennett

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GUIDING STATEMENTS

Vision: Empowering students to make a difference

Mission: AES provides a supportive community that values  LIVING, LOVING, and LEARNING

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BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

Be Kind, Be Respectful, Be Responsible

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PRINCIPALʻS MESSAGE

 

Dear Aliʻiolani ʻOhana,

 

What a truly fantastic first week of school it has been! Our campus is overflowing with energy, and it was awesome seeing how happy our students were to be back with their friends and teachers. Our team is filled with excitement and appreciation as we kick off this new school year together. A Big Mahalo for your incredible support!

We are warmly inviting you to join us for our upcoming Open House on Wednesday, August 12, from 1:15 PM to 3:00 PM. Please plan to arrive a little early to allow time for parking and to sign in at our registration table. We look forward to connecting with you and sharing our vision for this school year!

Mahalo,

 

Leonard Padayhag, Principal

 

Important Dates and Information:

For the first two weeks of school (August 3–14), parents are warmly invited to walk their keiki to their classroom doors for drop-off. Please refrain from walking up to the second floor. To respect the privacy of all our families, we kindly ask that you refrain from taking photos or videos of other students. Thank you for your cooperation!

• Open House on August 12, 2026 from 1:15 pm to 3 pm

• Starting Monday, 8/10, visitor parking will be limited to 6th avenue. Please do not park in staff parking stalls next to the cafeteria.

• Breakfast is served from 7:15 am - 7:45 am

• Please complete your meal application and ensure your child’s account is funded. Until your application is processed and approved, your child will be charged the full meal price.

• Here is information regarding the Free and Reduced Lunch forms. Here is a link to the electronic form.

• Here is the link to make a lunch deposit for your child 

• Please complete and return the following forms as soon as possible:

  • Technology Responsible Form

  • Emergency cards

  • Audio/Visual Permission Form

  • Homelessness Questionnaire 

  • Free and Reduced Lunch Forms

• Website: Our school website, https://www.aliiolanischool.com/, provides details about:

  • Pick-up times

  • Lunch deposits

  • School supplies

  • Other frequently asked questions

• Traffic Flow: To ease congestion, we'll continue designated drop-off and pick-up zones (Please display your child’s placard on your vehicle dashboard)

  • Lower grades (Grades K-2) - 6th Avenue

  • Upper grades (Grades 3-5) - 7th Avenue

 

Thank you for your cooperation!

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FRIENDLY REMINDERS

• Grades K-2, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)

• Grades 3-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)

• 8/10, Please do not park in staff parking stalls. Mahalo!

• 8/12, Open House from 1:15 pm - 3 pm

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DATES TO REMEMBER

• 8/12, Open House from 1:15 pm - 3 pm

• 8/21, No School (Statehood Holiday)

• 8/24, No School (Professional Development for Teachers)

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A+ AFTER SCHOOL UPDATES

• YMCA starts on 8/3, Monday after school

• Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office. 

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KINDNESS QUOTE

ʻLoa’a ka lanakila no ka hana pa'akikī.

Victory is achieved through hard work.

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GUIDING STATEMENTS

Vision: Empowering students to make a difference

Mission: AES provides a supportive community that values  LIVING, LOVING, and LEARNING

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BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

Be Kind, Be Respectful, Be Responsible

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PRINCIPALʻS MESSAGE

 

Dear Aliʻiolani ʻOhana,

 

We're thrilled to welcome you back for another exciting school year! We hope your summer break was filled with laughter and time spent with loved ones.

 

This year, we will carry forward with a spirit of Appreciation and Joy. Anchored in our SEL program, Character Strong’s powerful message—that we will live out kindness daily through three core pillars:

• Be Kind (Our Students): We will foster a safe and sacred space where students experience the pure joy of connection via community circles, learning to actively look for the good in others.

• Be Strong (Our Families): We will invite families into our joy through building strong partnerships and an appreciative bridge between home and school.

• Be Well (Our Faculty & Staff): We cannot pour from an empty cup. We will emphasize adult SEL with our staff, protect their collective joy, and celebrate the daily magic our faculty and staff bring to the classrooms.

 

At the same time, we are deepening our commitment to Hawaiian values—embracing mālama (care and stewardship), hōʻihi (respect), and pono (harmony and doing what is right).

 

For the first two weeks of school (August 3–14), parents are warmly invited to walk their keiki to their classroom doors for drop-off. To respect the privacy of all our families, we kindly ask that you refrain from taking photos or videos of other students. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us start the year off great!

 

Important Dates and Information:

• Welcome Back! All students (Grades 1-5) return to campus on Monday, August 3rd. Please visit the school office to confirm your child's classroom assignment. Classroom assignments are posted on the announcement board outside of the front office.

• Breakfast is served from 7:15 am - 7:45 am

• Please look for information regarding the Free and Reduced Lunch forms and submit them as soon as possible. Here is a link to the electronic form.

• Website: Our school website, https://www.aliiolanischool.com/, provides details about:

  • Pick-up times

  • Lunch deposits

  • School supplies

  • Other frequently asked questions

• Traffic Flow: To ease congestion, we'll continue designated drop-off and pick-up zones (Please display your child’s placard on your vehicle dashboard starting August 7th)

  • Lower grades (Grades K-2) - 6th Avenue

  • Upper grades (Grades 3-5) - 7th Avenue

  • Thank you for your cooperation!

 

Welcome New Staff!

 

We extend a warm welcome to our new teachers and staff:

• Shanna Nakamura-Heaton - Student Services Coordinator

• Rochelle Sasaki - English Learners Coordinator

• Kamapolani Garcia - Kindergarten Teacher

• Margaret Beswick - 3rd Grade Teacher

• Stephen Ford - 3rd Grade Teacher

• Toli Sullivan - 5th Grade Teacher

• Reynaldo Nabu Ab - Art/ Intervention teacher

• Matthew Uyematsu - Educational Assistant

• Ying Wang - Educational Assistant

• Rene Caba - Substitute School Baker

 

Let's Make it a Fantastic School Year!

 

Our faculty and staff are eager to welcome back our students and create a year of success and achievement. We value your partnership and support.

 

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions! 

 

You can contact us at 808-730-0700 or directly email me, at leonard.padayhag@k12.hi.us.

 

Mahalo nui loa,

Leonard Padayhag, Principal

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FRIENDLY REMINDERS

• Grades K-2, Drop off/ Pick up (6th Avenue)

• Grades 3-5, Drop off/ Pick up (7th Avenue)

• 8/3, First day for all students (Grades 1-5) 

• 8/5, Kindergarten Orientation at 8:15 am in the Cafeteria

• 8/12, Open House from 1:15 pm - 3 pm

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DATES TO REMEMBER

• 8/5, Kindergarten Orientation at 8:15 am in the Cafeteria

• 8/12, Open House from 1:15 pm - 3 pm

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A+ AFTER SCHOOL UPDATES

• YMCA starts on 8/3, Monday after school

• Please contact YMCA for registration - do not turn in forms to the school office. 

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KINDNESS QUOTE

Ua ola no i ka pane a ke aloha.

There is life in a kindly reply.

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