The school year begins with a very busy schedule. We are opening with class bonding activities using Monday's during the month of September to bring each of the classes together to collectively plan and commit to personal and school goals. These have been very positive events and we thank Maile Caravalho for assisting our new SAC with the planning and organizing. We also want to give credit to our outstanding student leaders who have really made these events memorable and worthwhile.

We also have several new teachers on staff who bring new strength and expertise to our school. Ms. Donna Smith comes to Kohala with many years experience in teaching and student activities organizing and is serving as our new Student Activities Coordinator. As SAC, Ms. Smith will coordinate everything from elections to dances and most importantly student government. Mr. Gilbert Fallau comes to Kohala to join Mr. Chris Brown in our math program. He has many years teaching experience at Honokaa and Pahoa before coming to Kohala. He also has been active in the paddling program on the island, both competing and building canoes. Ms. Ellen Stone comes to Kohala from Arizona. She will be working in our Special Education program and brings an extensive experience in training guide dogs and working with 4H programs. Ms. Cristy Athan is a former California native who brings both classroom and counseling credentials to our CSAP teaching position. She is an artist, poet, and an avid backpacker. Mr. Johnnie Murphy is our new music impresario who got his teaching degree and who worked for several rock bands and musical theater. He is a computer whiz as well as being a musicologist. Finally, we are happy to welcome back Ms. Ann Vassilopoulos who moved to the big city of Hilo in 2003 and found she missed KHS so much she returned. She partners with Ms. Beverly Tanaka in the science department, teaching biology, chemistry, and physical science.

SCBM
Kohala High School is a School Community Based Management School. The SCBM council assists the school in establishing policies and provides a means of communication between the school and community. Our meetings are held every 2nd Tuesday of the month, at 6:00 pm in the high school library.

DRESS CODE
KHS has a dress code policy again this year. We have had many violations since the opening of the school year. At this time, we would like to address the consequences of a dress code violation. Offense #1-Verbal Warning & sent to counselor to review dress code policy. Offense #2-Detention. Offense #3-In-School Suspension. If you have any concerns please come to our SCBM mtg. on Sept. 16 where proposed amendments to the dress code will be discussed. If you need a copy of the dress code policy, they are available at our main office.

EMERGENCY CARDS
If there is a change in your childÕs address, phone#, etc. Please notify the school immediately. It is important that we have current information in case of emergencies.

PARKING
All cars that students bring to campus must be registered with the school. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owners expense. Contact person: Julie McPeek, 889-7138.

VISITORS
If you are visiting campus for an appointment, please check in at the main office for a visitor's pass.

LUNCH TICKETS
22 day lunch tickets are sold every Wed and Fri mornings from 7:15-8:00 am in the office.

KOHALA HIGH SCHOOL CAREER EDUCATION PROGRAM
Career education opportunities will be expanded during the course of this school year to include community-based partnerships. The Hapuna Prince and Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Resorts have extended an invitation for student participation in a career exploration/mentorship program. Private and public agencies have also indicated an interest in forming partnerships with the school to provide students with transitional experiences in the world of work. Parents, community agencies/businesses, and students are invited to become full participants in this endeavor. A student survey of a variety of career areas have been conducted to determine areas of interest for career exploration/mentorships. Please call Mr. Alan Brown, Mr. Joseph Richards, Mrs. Joyce Hashimoto for more information.

YEARBOOK 2004
2004 Kohala High School Yearbook Presale is extended to October 14. $55 Deluxe-includes name stamp, cover, & autograph pages. $50 basic. After this date, prices will go up! Seniors who purchased Friends and Family pages, have until Oct. 1 to turn in pages to Mrs. Hoy. Any questions, please call 889-5116.

CRYSTAL METHAMPHETAMINE: THE VIOLENT REALITY
An informational workshop with Gary Shimabukuro will be on Thursday, September 18, @ 6:00 pm in the high school cafeteria. Please join us for an entertaining and educational program designed to show the realities of "Ice".

2004 UNITED STATES SENATE YOUTH PROGRAM
The 42nd annual United States Senate Youth Program will be held from Feb. 28-Mar. 6, 2004 in Washington, D. C. It is sponsored by the William Randolph Hearst foundation, in cooperation with the US Senate and the education departments of all the states. The program will select 2 high school juniors or seniors from each state to visit Washington, all expenses paid. In addition, each student selected will receive a $5,000 scholarship award conditional on the student's participation in Washington Week and enrollment in an accredited US college or university, pledging to include courses in government or related subjects. To be eligible, students must be serving in an elected capacity as a student body office, student council representative, or student representative to district, regional, or state-level civic or educational organizations. Eligible students must also complete a current events examination and an essay. If your child is eligible, please encourage him or her to see Ms. Donna Smith for a brochure. All materials must be postmarked by Friday October 10, 2003.

BONDING ACTIVITY 2003-04
For the past 6 years KHS Title I program has sponsored class bonding activities. The purpose of bonding is to provide students the opportunity to work together and have fun at the same time. This year's activities are taking place each Monday in September. The agenda includes reviewing state General Learner Outcomes, Schoolwide Learner Objectives, goal setting, small group sessions, class business, guest speakers, and of course food and games. Special thanks to Maile Carvalho, event coordinator and the team of student facilitators: Jake Acorda, Wesley Brum, Arlene Bruno, Tia Kalaau-Catrett, Raymond Kanehailua, Kristen Kaneshiro, Savannah Ui Kahoopii, Rena Veloria, Chardelle Yamamoto, Marissa Yanos, and Zerin Gambill for making bonding a successful experience.

FOODLAND'S COMMUNITY MATCHING GIFTS PROGRAM
Kohala High School is registered for Foodland's annual Give Aloha program. Here is how it works: From Sept. 1-30, Maika'i Members will be invited to make donations of up to a cumulative total of $249 per person or organization to participating Hawaii non-profit organizations at checkout. Foodland will match each donation up to a total of $200,000 for all organizations combined. Our five digit registration code is 77834. The cashier will enter our registration code and will ask you for the amount you would like to give. The amount will then be added to your purchase total. Even making a small gift by rounding up your purchase total to a whole dollar amount will help. The amount you have donated to us and the name of our organization will appear on your receipt. These contributions are tax deductible so save your store receipt for tax purposes.

KTA KOKUA I NA KULA 2003
Help Kohala High School receive its share of $100,000 for improvements and learning materials! It is simple! When you purchase Kraft Foods, Frito-Lay of Hawaii, Kimberly-Clark, Love's Bakery, Hawaiian Sun or Pepsi products: write #30 Kohala High School in the space provided on the Kokua i Na Kula stub of your register receipt. Drop your stub in specially marked boxes at any KTA Super Store. Each school will be awarded its share of $100,000 based on the number of sponsored products purchased. this offer runs September to November 18th 2003. Also, students grade 9-12 may enter "What's Cool About Your School" contest. High school students need to record a 30 second original song on cassette or CD. You could win a pizza party for your class, $50 KTA gift cerificate for yourself, 500 Kokua points for your school or a radio recording of your winning entry. Judging criteria is Inspirational quality, originality and vocabulary or artistic media. Deadline for submission of entries is Thursday, October 2, 2003. For more information, contact Ms. Donna Smith, SAC @ 889-7134.

HOMECOMING 2003 "TAKE 'EM FOR A RIDE!"
This year's homecoming football game will be held on Friday, October 17th, when the Kohala Cowboys challenge the Kealakehe Waveriders at Kamehameha Park. The game begins @ 6:00 pm and features a parade during half-time and introduction of the homecoming court. Students may get invloved by signing up with their class officers to work on the parade floats and class banners. The homecoming dance will follow the game at the KHS gym. Parent permission forms will be distributed in early October. Homecoming spirit week (Oct. 13-17) will consist of dress up days and lunch time activities. Please note that Wednesday, October 15th is teachers' institute day; no school for students. We hope to see you there when we "Take 'em for a ride!"

CALENDAR OF EVENTS
SEPT. 16- SCBM Mtg. 6:00 pm KHS Library; Volleyball 5:30 pm vs. Konawaena
SEPT. 17- Freshman Orientation Night 6-7 pm KHS Library
SEPT. 18- Crystal Methamphetamine Mtg. 6:00 pm KHS Cafeteria
SEPT. 19- Volleyball 10:00 am @ Hilo
SEPT. 20- Cross Country 10:30 a @ HPA
SEPT. 23- High School Picture Taking
SEPT. 24-Volleyball 5:30 pm @ (JV)HAILI (V)PARKER
SEPT. 26- Football 7:00 pm vs Waiakea
SEPT. 27- Volleyball 2:00 pm @ Kau; Cross Country 10:30 am @ Waiakea
SEPT. 30- Volleyball 5:30 pm @ Laupahoehoe

 

 

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