Assets School K-8 Principal Blog


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How Teachers Spend Their “Day Off”

I imagine that many of you wonder why we didn’t have school on Friday. What exactly do we do during these days marked as “Professional Development” on the school calendar?  And what on earth could be so important that we make parents find child care on a weekday? I’m glad you asked because this Friday’s activities are worth sharing. Continue reading


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Chinese New Year and Teacher Appreciation Week

In recognition of Chinese New Year on Monday, we had a couple of celebrations and learning experiences on campus today. We were pleased to welcome the Asian Lion Dance Team to campus for a performance at our assembly. It was extra special because the Asian Lion Dance Team has an Assets connection, as middle-schooler Kaleea and Ms. Chang are both members. Continue reading


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Kūpuna Day 2016

Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. ~ Marcel Proust

I was thinking about this quote from the French novelist, Marcel Proust today as we all continue to bask in the glow from Kūpuna Day. Kūpuna Day is one of my absolute favorite days on the school calendar, and this year we were fortunate to welcome roughly 150 guests to campus! Continue reading


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What I Appreciate in My Life Is…

Last week, I wrote about the importance of appreciation, offered some tips for giving appreciation at Thanksgiving dinner, and shared about the “appreciation station” we have here at Assets. This week, I want to share another appreciation activity that our students have contributed to. Continue reading


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Appreciation and Thanksgiving Dinner 2015

It’s trite to say, “where did the time go,” and yet, I am genuinely stunned that Thanksgiving is this week. I swear the first day of school was only a couple weeks ago. I’m excited though because I love Thanksgiving. I love the food (especially making leftover sandwiches), gathering with family, and of course, the hours of football on TV.  The holiday season also provides us an opportunity to shine our attention on giving thanks. Continue reading