Welcome

to
Ms. Stevens’
Class
We LOVE 5th Grade!
 Contact Information
Ms. Stevens
5th Grade Teacher
F204
808 305 8500
kaulu_stevens@hookele.k12.hi.us
511 Kunehi St. Kapolei, Hi 96707

Class Website:
http://293kstevens.weebly.com/
 Meet Your Teacher

Hi! My name is Kaulu Stevens and I am SO excited to be your child’s fifth grade teacher. This is my fifteenth
year teaching and my seventh year at Ho’okele Elementary.

I was born and raised in Aiea, Hawaii, and am the youngest of three kids. I received my Bachelors of
Elementary Education from The University of Hawaii at Manoa. I have previously taught at Pearl Ridge and
Kanoelani Elementary Schools.

I have one daughter who recently graduated from Washington State University (Go Cougs!) and is now
playing soccer professionally in the NWSL for the Houston Dash. I have a nephew/bonus son whom I
love going on adventures around the island with! He will be entering the fifth grade here at Ho’okele. I
enjoy traveling, especially to Disneyland & Disney World, going on hikes around the island, and relaxing
at the beach. My family is my everything and Game Nights are one of our favorite pastimes.

Teaching Experience
Hi, my name is Michelle Pascual and
I am thrilled to be teaming with the
5th grade Inclusion classes again
this year. I have been teaching
special education in the Makakilo
and Mililani school districts for the
past 20 years. I look forward to
meeting you.
Meet your teacher
About Me
I have a very loving and supportive
family. My husband and I recently
celebrated our 25th anniversary. We
miss traveling; our favorite destinations
are Disneyland, Vegas, and New York.
Japan is next on our bucket list. I have
two children; both recent graduates of
Gonzaga University.
Favorites
Foods: Husband’s steak (so ono!), Katsu Midori
sushi
TV Shows: Modern Love, This is Us, Magnum PI
Read Alouds: Enemy Pie, Wilfrid Gordon
McDonald Patridge
Holidays: Christmas and Easter
 Important
Information
 Important School Links
● 2021-2022 Parent and Student
Handbook

● July 2021 Reopening Handbook

● Procedures and Safety Ho’okele

Link
 Important School Links
● Link to Curriculum page on
Ho’okele website

● Daily Bell Schedule

● Link to Ho’okele and DOE

calendars

● Traffic Reminders
 Seesaw
Seesaw will be used as the primary mode of communication.
Students may also be completing and submitting assignments using
Seesaw from time to time. Please set up the parents and student
app before the first day of school. Click the link below for directions.
Use the unique QR code for your child that was sent in the Meet and
Greet email.

Click Link:
Seesaw Kickoff Letter for Parents
*Please refer to your email for the personal family and
student Seesaw invites.
 Dress Code & School Uniform Policy
Students are expected to wear their Ho‘okele Elementary
School Uniform shirt DAILY except on school designated
special event days. Uniform shirts shall not be altered.

Student IDs are considered part of the school uniform and

must be worn visibly during the school day.

No heelys or other wheeled shoes can be worn on campus

Students’ shorts or skirts shall be no shorter than the middle finger when arms are
placed next to the body. Pants or bottoms that drag on the ground or stay below
the hips are not permitted.

Jackets may be worn over the top of a student’s uniform T-Shirt.

No transparent fabrics, spaghetti straps, bared midriffs chest or

back

Clothing and/or accessories with inappropriate references to

violence, drugs, sex and gang-related activities are
UNACCEPTABLE.
 Dress Code & School Uniform Policy
Violations of the Dress Code and School Uniform Policy will be addressed
through parent notification and requests for alternative clothing. If
available, a loaner shirt will be provided. Loaners must be returned at
the end of the school day. Disciplinary action under Chapter 19 may
also be applied.

Contraband items include any item which may hinder the normal
functioning of the school. These items should be left at home.

Items may include, but are not limited to:

Toys, Gum, Skates, Electronic games or devices,
Matches or lighters, Darts, Water guns, cap guns or
shooting toys-

Please note some shooting toys may meet the

Chapter 19 definition of a firearm and should
never be brought to school!
 Classroom
Information
 School Supply List
We will be asking students to bring school supplies to school
over a course of a few days so students will be able to
independently manage carrying their supplies on campus.
Please refer to the link below. It shows you which days we
are asking students to bring in each item.

Grade 5 School Supply List

 Classroom Expectations
In fifth grade, one of my primary goals is to prepare students for the ever changing and ever growing
future. I have high expectations for all of my students and I will work diligently to hold all students
accountable.
Come to school on time (class will begin at 7:50. If you are not present before the door closes, you will be
marked absent/tardy).
Come to school prepared. You should have: all assignments completed, necessary school supplies, and a
positive attitude.
Keep your work organized using your planner & AVID Binder.
- Your planner will be used to document all of your homework, assignment due dates, and dates to
remember.
- Your AVID binder will be used to file your homework, your class work, and your notes. It’s very
important that you have both planner and binder in school every day
Complete and turn in all assignments—classwork and homework—on time.
- Homework is your chance to practice what we learn in class and outside of class.
- Classwork allows Miss Stevens to view your progress and to help you gain more
knowledge for the next grade level.
Put effort into all of your assignments (Write neatly, show your work when needed,
incorporate details, and DOUBLE check your writing and/or your calculations).
NO SHARING SNACKS IN SCHOOL
- Because students may have unknown allergies, students are not allowed to share
with one another. This rule is also enforced to keep all students as healthy as
possible. Remember, when we share snacks, we share GERMS!
Lunches and Snacks MUST be peanut-free.
View our school’s Wellness Policy at http://hookele.hidoe.us/
 Classroom Expectations
Participate in class. Ms. Stevens enjoys hearing your thinking and your
opinions. Show “SLANT” at all times.
Both feet should be flat on the floor, your back
straight, your head up and facing the speaker,

S Sit Up
and your hands on top of your desk.  Sitting
with proper posture helps you pay better
attention to lessons, and interact more with
discussions and activities. 

L
Lean Forward Leaning forward will show you are interested in
the lesson and you are listening.

A
Stay on the topic and ask meaningful,
Ask Meaningful Questions interested questions about the discussion and
activities.  Your question might help others
understand the lesson better too.

N
Nodding your head shows the teacher you
Nod Yes and No understand the lesson.  It is a non-verbal
conversation between you and the teacher.

Communicate with the teacher both during and

after class to make sure you understand, get

T Talk with Teacher

extra help, check on your progress, or get
missed assignments.  If you are confused about
something, ASK the teacher.  Also attend
tutorials ~ they are there to help you.
 F205 Classroom Rules
Maintain Self-Control in your Behavior
We will behave in ways that create a safe classroom and school campus.
Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Use an appropriate voice in class.
Walk in the classroom and hallways.
Use school supplies for their intended purposes.
Don’t copy other people’s work.
No fighting/physical rough play.

Show Mutual Respect towards Everyone!

Everyone deserves a classroom and school where one feels
safe and where everyone shows respect to one another.
Use people’s real names.
No teasing.
Treat others how you’d like to be treated.
Be nice to others.
No gossiping.
Be respectful of each other's personal property.
Take care of school and class property.
 F205 Classroom Rules
Have Attentive Listening to all Speakers
We will listen with our eyes, ears, and hearts.
Listen when the teacher is teaching a lesson.
Listen when classmates are speaking and sharing projects.
Listen to all staff at school.
Give the speaker your undivided attention: eyes on speakers;
hands and feet are still.
Follow directions the FIRST time.
Be Organized and Ready to Learn
We will be organized, responsible, and actively engaged in our learning.
Bring all needed materials to class.
Be in your seat and ready to work when the bell rings.
Keep your desk, cubby, backpack and homework planner neat
and organized.
Take care of the classroom by putting things away where they
belong.
Complete your work with quality and turn it in on time.
 Google Form
Please click on the link below and fill out the
Google Form to help me get to know your
child better:
F205 Student Information Form

Please fill out this form by Friday 8/6.

Thank you!