New student registration is accepted on Monday-Friday between 8:30am and 2:00pm 

Please see the Registration and Release page for more details.

Please forward all record requests to g-221-nimitz-office@k12.hi.us 

1/29/2026- Updates and Reminders

Evacuation Drill Tomorrow (1/30)- If you remember in previous messages, we had to postpone some of our annual drills from December due to inclement weather. One of them was our off campus evacuation drill, which will be happening tomorrow at roughly 12:45pm. We will be evacuating to Lynch Field. In case your children are mentioning something about evacuating campus, please know that it is only a drill.

Waiver Day and Teachers Institute Day- We’d like our families to be aware that there is a long weekend coming up due to our upcoming Waiver Day and Teacher’s Institute Day, both for teacher professional development on 2/6 and 2/9 respectively. These will be non-instructional days.

AVID Wall Update- Have you ever shaken a snow globe and wondered what it would be like to be trapped inside? Our 5th-grade students have taken this imaginative prompt and spun it into captivating narratives and stunning artwork.  Journey through the pages of their stories, where icy landscapes and magical creatures come to life. Discover the challenges and triumphs of characters who must navigate a world confined by glass and formulate a plan to escape.  Accompanying these tales are breathtaking illustrations replicating snowglobes that bring the stories to life. Each artwork is a unique masterpiece, capturing the essence of the narrative and inviting you to explore the details. See their work on our Nimitz AVID Page.

Kids Heart Challenge- Learn Hands-Only CPR TODAY! Have you learned Hands-Only CPR yet? Get started at http://www2.heart.org/goto/nimitz and join Kids Heart Challenge. One of the most impactful parts of the program is Finn’s Mission where you and your student will learn Hands-Only CPR, know how to spot stroke warning signs and raise funds to help kids with special hearts.

1. Download the AHA Schools app 

2. Raise Funds to help kids with special hearts. Send 5 texts or emails to family & friends.

3. Complete Finn’s Mission in your headquarters. Once you do, you'll be entered to win a pair of tickets to Super Bowl LXI in 2027!

Did You Know – 90% of people who suffer an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest don’t survive. Immediate Hands-Only CPR can double, even triple, a person’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest. Make it YOUR mission to help create a lifesaving community.

P.S. Check to see if your employer has a matching gift program—it could double your donation! Follow the steps and send the confirmation to MatchingGifts@heart.org.

Click here is a link for our digital flier

If you have any questions about this, please reach out to april.apana@k12.hi.us, or todd.matsumoto@k12.hi.us

School Quality Survey-The DOE School Quality Survey (SQS) is now open for you to take. The SQS is a survey that measures parent perceptions of the safety and well-being of their child(ren), and parent satisfaction and involvement/engagement with Nimitz Elementary.  All responses will be kept confidential in order to gather candid information and will be used by schools for continuous improvement purposes.  Please reference this parent letter (a hardcopy was sent home with each child) which includes an internet link and QR code to access the Parent SQS.

• Direct Online Access- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026SQSParent 

• School Online Access- Visiting your school to complete the survey on-site if you need internet service.

• Paper Survey- Request a paper survey for each child by calling (808) 307-3650 or toll-free at (855) 276-5801.
  
  

Absence Reporting Reminder- If you know your child will be absent, it is important you notify us using our absence reporting system. You can report an absence using this link, which is also available on our website and at bit.ly/NESAbsenceReport.

Nimitz PTO

• January Newsletter

• PTO Talent Show- Talent Show Dress Rehearsal Reminder- February 4th: Talent show participants will have their dress rehearsal on Wednesday, February 4th at 2:30 pm in the school cafeteria. Please plan accordingly for student pick-up on this day. Thank you for your support as we prepare for the big show. 

  • February 5th: Join us for our PTO Talent Show on February 5th in the school cafeteria! Doors open at 5pm. Come out and support your fellow students as they showcase their amazing talents. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. We hope to see you there!

• PTO Scholastic Book Fair- February 10th-13th! Our PTO Scholastic Book Fair is coming February 10-13! Families are invited to shop after school on Tuesday and Thursday from 2:15-2:45 PM. E-Wallet is now open for easy, cash-free shopping. Here is the link to set up your students E-Wallet. We can’t wait to see our students discover their new favorite book!

• Join the PTO: We’re excited to kick off a new year and are already looking ahead to welcoming new PTO Board Members for the 2026-2027 school year! If you’re interested in getting involved or would like more information, please email us at ptonimitz1@gmail.com. The following link contains the nomination form to apply PTO Nomination Form

• Soaring Stars: Promote positivity at Nimitz! Tell us about a Nimitz Elementary teacher/staff member who has been doing a fabulous job lately or someone who has helped you out by filling out this FORM with a compliment or shout out. A winner will be randomly selected monthly to receive a gift card. 

  • Congratulations to our December Soaring Star winner Ms. White! Thank you for your dedication, positivity, and the care you show our students every day. We truly appreciate all that you do for our school community. Thank you and Congratulations again Ms. White!

• Spirit Gear: Show your school pride with our brand new spirit gear. Make sure to put your students name and teachers room number and we’ll drop it off. We also have previous years shirts on sale for $5. Order HERE

• Box Tops: Helping Nimitz is as easy as grocery shopping! Download the Box Tops for Education app, select Nimitz Elementary as your school, and start scanning your receipts. Every time you shop and scan, a portion goes right back to our school-no clipping needed! 

• Social Media: Don’t miss out on exciting events, volunteer opportunities, and important updates throughout the school year. Follow us on our PTO social media pages.

  • Instagram: @nimitz_pto

  • Facebook: @Nimitz PTO