Papa Hōkū
Our littlest Hoʻokele Waʻa have been up to some big things in Papa Hōkū...
We created coral polyp models and powerpoint presentations to share with visitors a Hanāuma Bay. Did you know that Hanaūma Bay hosts malihini from all over the world? Some of the people we talked to were from Philadelphia, Japan, Canada, & England.
We are practicing to be Kiaʻi o ke Kai (protectors of the ocean) by sharing our ʻike about coral & how our kuleana is instilled through the Kumulipo. We are gearing up for our next opportunity to share our ʻike about reef ecosystems. In February we will share our research-based books & animal/plant models with community experts.
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Presenting at Hanāuma Bay |
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Coral Polyp Models
Papa ʻEwalu
In preparation for defense, Papa Ewalu began the year by reflecting on past experiences and how those moments have shaped them today.
In Science, students worked in pairs to research and build small windmills. Through hands-on trials, they tested their designs and made adjustments, demonstrating teamwork and problem-solving skills.
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windmill model |
Papa ʻEhiku
With the guidance of Kumu Kaʻanohi, Anakala Bo, and Anake Mary, Papa ʻEhiku have been working hard to make their own papa and pōhaku kuʻi ʻai this year. Haumana have learned about Hana Kupono and practiced this protocol when gathering hau for their koʻi (adze), and selecting their pōhaku from the shore at ʻŌhikilolo. They have learned about wood grains and koʻi strokes and are nearly finished carving and sanding their papa.
Last week, haumana started to envision their pōhaku kuʻi ʻai in their pōhaku. The process of shaping their pōhaku with hammers and files has begun. With their Papa Kālai hōʻike one month away, haumana are working hard towards their goal of having their very own board and stone to kuʻi kalo and be able to feed themselves and others - beginning with feeding the sixth graders on their upcoming voyage.
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collecting hau
sanding papa
shaping pōhaku paʻi ʻai