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Celebration of Black History Month
Celebration of Black History Month
On Monday, January 19, a special Black History lesson organized by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority was held for students of all grade levels. This session was attended by staff members with a combined experience of over 40 years, making it a meaningful and enriching time. During the lesson, the importance of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was discussed. Various perspectives and ideas were also shared regarding the importance of education, particularly in S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). In the latter part of the session, everyone enjoyed dancing together.
On behalf of the members, [they] spoke about Black history and achievements.
Books published by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority were donated.
[They] spoke about their own journey and the importance of S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
Dancing Time
Donation Presentation
Group photo with everyone — thank you!
Okinawa Cultural and Arts Creative Promotion and Outreach Support Program (FY Reiwa 7 / 2025)
Okinawa Cultural and Arts Creative Promotion and Outreach Support Program (FY Reiwa 7 / 2025)
On Friday, January 9, a special class was held for 5th and 6th grade students, organized by Rakuyu Kyokai Okinawa, who also regularly support our summer school programs. The class was conducted in a workshop format that integrated music and theater (silent skits) to create a single collaborative performance.
The students were divided into three groups. In the first part, they performed a silent skit to express a certain event, while the audience tried to guess what the event was. Each child was assigned a role that suited their individual personality, resulting in a lively activity filled with laughter and touching moments.
In the second part, the students practiced vocalization in time with sound sources and worked together to create background music for the theatrical performance. They also used various musical instruments to add a sense of realism and atmosphere to the silent skits.
In the third part, each group presented their final piece. The performances were truly unique, beautifully blending music and theater, and the presentation exceeded expectations, becoming an incredibly enjoyable showcase. Completing such polished performances in just two hours was made possible thanks to the guidance and support of the professional staff members involved.
During the reflection at the end of the class, Mr. Hiroyuki Shimabukuro of TEAM SPOT JUMBLE shared the message, “There are many things we cannot do alone, but can accomplish when we work together.” This message deeply resonated with the children. It was truly a valuable and memorable experience for them. Thank you very much.
Organizer: Rakuyu Kyokai Okinawa (Tomoko Taira, Shingo Oshiro, Yasuyo Nema)
Cooperation: TEAM SPOT JUMBLE (Hiroyuki Shimabukuro, Natsuko, Keiichi Yonamine)
Support: Okinawa Prefectural Arts and Culture Promotion Foundation
Name tags will be distributed to make activities easier to carry out.
The instructor introduced themselves, including their name and position.
First, the instructor gave a demonstration of a silent skit.
The students immediately recognized it as a boxing match when they saw a knocked-out character. Truly impressive—just what you’d expect from professional actors.
The students formed a large circle, bringing their feelings together as one.
The students were divided into three groups and shared ideas about which scenes they would perform.
“What if we do it this way?” Their creativity really comes to life—and they look like they’re having so much fun.
Ideas are drawn out from each student.
They are using their voices in time with the audio to create background music for the performance.
They are listening to the recorded sounds together.
They share the words each of them came up with and think about how to incorporate them into the process of the performance.
Their individual talents are put to good use.
A zombie and a tree… could it be a graveyard scene?!
People running away, people chasing, and people calling for help.
They ask everyone which scene was being performed.
“An escape from prison scene.”
“Correct!”
Everyone reflected on today’s lesson together. They learned how enjoyable it is to work cooperatively to create something as a team. The instructors gave the students plenty of praise. Thank you very much. The class concluded with a traditional ippon-jime clap.
Japanese Culture Day
On Thursday, January 8, we celebrated Japanese Culture Day with traditional activities such as kakizome (New Year calligraphy), mochi-pounding, and traditional New Year games. For calligraphy, students in G1 and G2 practiced hard-pen writing, while students from G3 to G9 challenged themselves with brush calligraphy. All grade levels worked with great focus and produced wonderful pieces. We are sure it will be a good year ahead.
For the mochi-pounding activity, our parent volunteers kindly prepared everything in advance. Each kindergarten child and student had the opportunity to pound the steamed glutinous rice using a wooden mallet (kine). The freshly made mochi was then cut into small pieces and enjoyed with toppings such as sugar and kinako or brown sugar syrup. We hope this tradition brings good health throughout the year.
For the New Year games, students enjoyed activities that are not often played nowadays, including karuta, hanaichimonme, bamboo stilts, and hanetsuki. Thanks to the generous support of our parents again this year, we were able to pray for good health and the fulfillment of our dreams. Thank you very much for your continued cooperation.
Kakizome (New Year Calligraphy)
G2: Ms. Shinjo explains how to write.
They are very focused.
They have beautiful handwriting.
They carefully write while looking at the model example.
G3 students challenge themselves with calligraphy!
What character do you think they wrote?
G4: The basic principles of calligraphy, including how to use ink and brushes, are being explained.
First, they practice and get a feel for using the brush.
G5: Hmm… not bad at all.
G6: Perfect! We’re looking forward to seeing the finished pieces.
G7: Even their pose looks pretty good.
G7: This one is more modest.
G7: Why “Celebration”? Because it’s the New Year.
They’ve finished writing. We’re friends.
G8: Everyone is completely immersed in their own world.
Teacher, how is it? You wrote it very well.
G9: This will be our last New Year calligraphy in junior high. We’ll do our best.
We’ll practice more.
Writing while standing—now that shows real determination.
Which one is written the best? Hmm… probably the one on the left.
The finished works are taken out one by one and put on display.
Is mine there?
Second grade. The number of words is increasing slightly. Well written.
First-grade penmanship. Each student shows their own unique style, which is wonderful.
Third grade. Written with great effort.
The piece on the right is from a fourth grader.
Fifth grade to first year of junior high.
First to second year of junior high.
Second to third year of junior high.
Third year of junior high: “Onko Chishin” (Learning from the past to gain new insights). The student wrote it with a proper understanding of its meaning.
Mochi pounding (rice cake making).
Rika is always dedicated to preparing for school events. Thank you for your hard work!
The preparations for mochi-making in the Fukufuku kitchen are almost finished.
We set up the usu (pounding mortar) borrowed from the Nagata Ward Neighborhood Association. It’s quite heavy.
Some junior high boys helped out.
Yay! It’s time for mochi pounding!
Thank you to all the parent volunteers! We really appreciate your help.
We’ll start the mochi pounding with the senior students, Grade 9.
First, we knead the mochi carefully.
Hold on a moment. We’re removing the mochi stuck to the kine (pounding mallet).
Each student takes turns pounding the mochi.
The girls gave it their best effort too.
Here we go!
A junior high student sister is helping out. Thank you!
I can do it by myself!
Small pieces of very soft mochi.
We’re preparing the toppings.
Homemade toppings: sugar and kinako (roasted soybean flour), and sweet red bean paste.
Mom, please add more kuromitsu (black sugar syrup).
Mom, you know what? It’s delicious!
This is the best!
New Year’s games
I want to fly a kite!
Ms. Aika explains the history of Hyakunin Isshu.
Hana Ichi Monme. It’s a tie!
Yay, I won! Hana Ichi Monme ♪
I’m frustrated I lost! Hana Ichi Monme ♪
We tried walking on stilts on the Fukufuku rooftop. Wow, it’s difficult!
I'll help you!
Here we have hanetsuki (Japanese shuttlecock game). Surprisingly tricky!
No wind today—perfect weather for hanetsuki. Come on!
Trying out Hyakunin Isshu!
Even the reader feels nervous.
Who’s faster!? Oh no, I got beaten!
Only a few left—don’t touch them!
まとめの３学期がスタート
まとめの３学期がスタート
Happy New Year!
On Wednesday, January 7, we held the opening ceremony for the third term.
The final term of the school year has officially begun. It is the shortest yet most important period of the year. We aim to ensure that each student is well prepared to step up to the next grade.
At the student assembly on January 12, students shared their goals for the third term for each grade. We will do our utmost to support them in achieving these goals.
We look forward to your continued support this school year.
At the opening ceremony, we introduced this year’s zodiac animal (illustration by Mr. Takayasu) and emphasized the importance of staying healthy and safe.
Third-term goals for each grade (some were written by the students themselves; we have included the original text as is).
幼稚園 My name is O. My name is E from A class. This term we will read books. We will practice spellings. We will write nice and clean. We will play. We will be happy and kind. Thank you.
G1①We will set a new Learning and Study Mathod.②Improve our new Reading and Writing skills and our Daily attendance. ③Be more cooperative and Attentive. In this goal it will help us achive our Academic Grades in the last 2 months of oru School days. We're all motivated and Inspired to do all of this Goals. Thank you.
G2①Be gentle to everyone.みんなにやさしくします。②Use positive words.よいことばをつかいます。③Be happy children.元気なこどもになります。④Respect the rules.ルールをまもります。⑤Be healthy.けんこうでいます。〈For our lessons〉①We will read better.もっとよく読めるようになります。②Spell words correctly.スペルをちゃんとかけるようになります。③Understand instructon.しつもんのいみをちゃんとりかいします。④and apply our learnings.そしてべんきょうしたことをいかします。
G3A＆R:①Listen to the Teacher.②Finish our homework. ③Be nice to our friendsd！④Sit povperly⑤Do not bring Nuts to school.①先生の話を聞きなさい。 ②宿題を終えなさい。③友達に優しくしなさい！ ④静かに座りなさい。 ⑤学校にナッツを持ってこないでください。
Y＆K：①We want to listen to the teacher more.②Don't mess around during class.③Be nice to friends.④Get smarter in math.⑤Focus a lot in class.①先生の話をもっと聞きたい。 ②授業中ふざけない。 ③友達に優しくする。 ④数学がもっと得意になる。 ⑤授業に集中する。
G4①Read a certain number of chapter books, improve fluency, spelling, and identify main ideas and detalis in text. ②Master multiplication, division facts, solve multi-step word problems, or understand fraction. ③Write a narrative with clear sequence, descriptive details, and transitions.
G5①To get our homework done on time. 宿題を終わらせる。②To greet our teachers with enthusiasm in every class.大きな声で先生にあいさつをする。 ③Don't play unless we are already got ready for the next class. 休み時間は次の授業の準備をしてから遊ぶ。④Don't disturb other students when they are doing something.他の人が何かをしているときはじゃまをしない。 ⑤Organize cabinets better.棚をもっときれいに整理せいとんする。
G6①みんなでもっとおもいでをつくる。Make more memories. ②もっとたのしむ。Have more fun.③卒業スピーチを感謝をこめてしっかりしあげる。Finish our graduation speech with gratitude.④忘れ物を減らす。Reduce forgotten items.
G7①みんな仲良くする②人の話を聞く③ちゃんと勉強する。1. Get along with everyone. 2. Listen to what others say. 3. Study hard.
G8①Be on time to school.時間通りに登校する。②Complete homework on time.宿題は期限までに終わらせること。 ③Listen better.よく聞くこと。④Use appropriate touch and appropriate words.適切な接し方と言葉を使う。⑤Respect personal space.個人のスペースを尊重する。⑥No wrestling. レスリングは禁止。⑦Plan for the G9 School Trip.G9修学旅行の計画を立てること。
G9①自分の進路を実現するために受験生はしっかり勉強する。 We will study hard for the high school entrance exam. ②学校を休まず毎日授業に参加する。Attend classes every day without missing school.
Everyone has a role: someone runs away, someone chases, someone calls for help… Is this a robbery case!?
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