Leihōkū Elementary School

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Aloha Leihoku Elementary ‘Ohana!!

Leihoku needs your help!!!

It’s time to get our School Community Council up and running and we need you!!! These councils, referred to as SCCs, were instituted by the Hawaii State Legislature in 2004 in an effort to support school improvement through increased community involvement in our schools. They are a requirement of every Hawaii DOE school and I see this council as being an opportunity for me to keep myself accountable to the teachers, staff, parents, and community members who are invested in the success of our students.

SO...... I need volunteers/ nominees!!!! 

What would your commitment be? Attend the following meetings, ask questions, and give your honest feedback!! All meetings will take place in the Principal’s conference room.

1. September 3, 2025 @ 4:00pm

2. November 5, 2025 @ 4:00pm

3. March 4, 2026 @ 4:00pm

4. April 29, 2026 @ 4:00pm

5. Any other dates that may come up, if need

Process:  

1. Fill out the form using the link: https://bit.ly/LES25SCC

2. Your name goes onto a ballot; voting will occur.

3. Selected members will be notified.

4. First SCC Meeting will be on September 3.

Thank you all so much in advance for your consideration! Your participation in the education of our students means more than I could say!! 

Mahalo Nui, 

Mrs. G

Principal @ Leihoku

OBJECTIVES of the SCC 

The objectives of the SCC shall be in accordance with State guidelines and be consistent with policies of the Board of Education. 

Section 1. To advise the school regarding the planning, budgeting, implementation, and evaluation of the Academic and Financial Plan. 

Section 2. To ensure the school’s academic and financial plan is aligned with the educational accountability’s system. 

Section 3. To study and develop the Multi-Year Academic Financial Plan in relation to the educational needs of the students. 

Section 4. To emphasize the parent as the first teacher of the child and to provide opportunities for all parents to improve their teaching methods through developmental activities. 

Section 5. To provide collaborative opportunities for input and consultation.

Section 6. To take other actions as required by the Department of Education. 

The Academic and Financial Plan shall be developed by the school principal, reviewed by the  SCC, and approved by the Complex Area Superintendent. The SCC shall have the ongoing responsibility to review the implementation of the plan with the principal, assess periodically the  effectiveness of the plan, and recommend modifications to the plan. The SCC shall carry out all of the duties and responsibilities assigned to it by the Hawaii Department of Education.

Subject: Sharing Accurate Information About Our Community

Aloha Leihoku ‘Ohana,

We're reaching out to you following our wonderful ‘Ohana Night on February 27, 2025. It was a

fantastic evening of connection and learning, and we were especially grateful to have the Wai’anae

Coast Comprehensive Health Center’s (WCCHC) Smoking Cessation Program join us to share valuable

resources about the dangers of vaping.

We understand that a recent social media post featuring a photograph from the WCCHC booth has

caused some concern. The booth displayed a poster indicating confiscated vapes from young students,

with the intention of raising awareness about the prevalence of vaping in our broader community. It's

important to clarify that this poster represented confiscated items from multiple other

elementary schools in the area, not from Leihoku Elementary.

We want to take this opportunity to celebrate our Leihoku students. They consistently demonstrate

responsible behavior and live up to the high expectations we set for them. We are incredibly proud of

each and every one of our students and of their positive contributions to our school community.

We recognize that social media can be a powerful tool for communication, and we appreciate the

desire to share information. However, it's also crucial that we all strive to share information accurately

and responsibly. Misinterpretations, even unintentional ones, can lead to unnecessary worry and

confusion. Misinformation not only has the potential to harm our school, but also our students.

We believe this is a wonderful opportunity to model responsible social media use for our children. If

adults in our community do not use social media with kindness and honesty, how can we expect our

children to do so? By verifying information before sharing, we can ensure that our online

conversations are constructive and supportive.

We encourage you to reach out to us directly if you have any questions or concerns. We are always

happy to provide accurate information and address any misunderstandings. A quick phone call, email,

or even a conversation with a booth representative at an event can make a big difference.

We are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment for all our

students. We value our partnership with you and appreciate your understanding and cooperation as

we work together to promote accurate and responsible communication.

Mahalo for your continued support of Leihoku Elementary School.

Aloha No,

Rebecca K. Gebreyesus, Principal