Tech Fun Run Reminders

Tech Fun Run Reminders

Tomorrow, Friday, September 28th is the Tech Fun Run!  It is also the last day to turn in your Tech Fun Run fundraising envelopes.  Thank you SO much for your support!

Please have your child wear or bring the following:

• Due to the humid weather, please make sure your child has one or two bottles of water

• Comfortable attire and covered shoes

• Apply sunscreen at home

• Your child may also bring a hat

• Your child's Tech Fun Run t-shirts will be distributed in the morning

If the Tech Fun Run needs to be postponed due to weather, our Administration team will make a decision tomorrow morning.

Jamba Juice Day

Tomorrow, Tuesday 9/25 is Jamba Juice day! You may purchase Jamba Juice across of the PCNC office. Thank you for supporting our school!

Tech Fun Run Reminder

We will continue to accept Tech Fun Run fundraising envelopes until the day of the Fun Run on Fri. 9/28. Thank you SO much for your support!

Menu Change

Important Information

9/28 Menu Change:  Chicken patty w/gravy, mashed potatoes, hot veggies and orange wedges. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

The Importance of School Attendance

Every Day Counts

Encouraging regular school attendance is one of the most powerful ways you can prepare your child for success—both in school and in life. When you make school attendance a priority, you help your child get better grades, develop healthy life habits, avoid dangerous behavior and have a better chance of graduating from high school.

When students are absent for fewer days, their grades and reading skills often improve—even among those students who are struggling in school. Students who attend school regularly also feel more connected to their community, develop important social skills and friendships, and are significantly more likely to graduate from high school, setting them up for a strong future.

But, when kids are absent for an average of just two days of school per month—even when the absences are excused– it can have a negative impact. These absences can affect kids as early as Kindergarten.

For example, young elementary school students who miss an average of just two school days per month may have difficulty keeping up with their peers academically and tend to fall behind in reading. But when students are able to read on grade level by the end of third grade, which is when kids transition from learning to read to reading to learn, they are three to four times more likely to graduate high school and attend college, post-graduate, or professional development classes than their peers who struggle with reading.

As a parent, you can prepare your child for a lifetime of success by making regular school attendance a priority.

            Please view the short video below:

 The Importance of School Attendance (US Department of Education)

·       https://youtu.be/hEDQWgvJwHU

However, there are times when it’s best to keep your child at home.

Should I send my child to school?

Please do not send your child to school if he/she is showing any of the following symptoms of illness:

          Fever greater than 100 degrees - Your child should be fever free, and off of all fever reducing medication for 24 hours before he or she returns to school. Students returning to school before they are well, are more susceptible to illness and may expose others. Please do not give your child medication to treat a fever and then send him or her to school.

Sore throat or tonsillitis - A minor sore throat is usually not a problem, but a severe sore throat could be a symptom of a more serious illness. Keep your child home from school and contact your child's doctor if your child is diagnosed with Strep Throat. He/she may return to school 24-48 hours after initiation of appropriate prescribed medication (and the absence of fever).

Unusual Spots/Rash - Do not send your child to school with a rash until their doctor has said that it is safe to do so. Children with ringworm, scabies, or impetigo can return to school after 24 hours after beginning treatment. The affected area should be covered if possible.

Bad Cough/Cold Symptoms - Children with bad coughs/colds need to stay home, and possibly see their doctor. When the cough improves and your child is feeling better he/she may return to school.

Eye Inflammation or Discharge - If your child's eye is red with cloudy or yellow/green drainage; crusty eyelids after sleep; eye pain and/or redness, you should keep your child home, and contact your child's doctor. If your child is diagnosed with pink eye, he or she may return to school 24 hours after treatment begins.

Vomiting and/or Diarrhea - Your child should stay home until the illness is over, and for 24 hours after the last episode (without medication).

*If your child is showing symptoms of illness, it is always best to consult with their physician.

*Please remember to call the attendance line at (808) 626-0940 ext. 400 if your child will be absent from school.

Employment Opportunities at Mililani 'Ike Elementary

If you love children and want to work in a team-oriented environment, Mililani 'Ike Elementary is the place to work at.  We are looking for anyone interested in being an adult supervisor to work in our lunch room (10:45 am to 12:15 pm) or as a morning breakfast scanner (7:00 am to 8:00 am).  We are also looking for people who are interested in being a substitute educational assistant (7:00 am to 3:30 pm)

Please call Vice-Principal Kelvin Wong for more information at 626-0940 ext. 240.

Mahalo!