Our fourth and fifth grade multiage class is named Koa, after the mighty Koa tree, which was prized by early Hawaiians and is still admired today. The Koa class combines fourth and fifth graders in a dynamic, flexible, and challenging education program that differentiates to meet the needs of each student. The name Koa means bold, brave, fearless, ready to take on challenge. Just as the Koa tree is the tallest in the forest, Koa students are the oldest (and often the tallest) in the school. In this classroom, students are encouraged to be bold about their education and to fearlessly take on the challenges of learning and preparing themselves for success once they graduate. Like the tall “king of trees,” they are given opportunities to serve as leaders within the school community and are expected to rise to this challenge.
Koa 4th/5th Class visits ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center 2023
This is a typical day for Koa:
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- Morning Circle
- Math
- Recess/Snack
- Language Arts
- Recess/Lunch
- Afternoon Blocks include:
- Science/Social Studies
- PE/Music
- Project Work
- Brain Break
- Gart (Garden/Art)
- Clean up/Dismissal
Team Koa
Kendra Powers
Lead Teacher
Kelly Barrick
Associate Teacher
