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				<title><![CDATA[Makalapa Mic Drop: Episode 1]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/2191838</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tune into Makalapa Mic Drop: Home to everything happening on our campus. From Kinder to sixth Grade, we're bringing stories that matter to you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Classroom Attendance Popcorn Parties and Free Dress Days]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Classes have the opportunity to earn a popcorn party or free dress day by coming to school everyday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:33:00 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Child Find]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/2150484</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attached is information regarding Child Find.
http://bit.ly/4lkAva0]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:56:00 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SY25-26 Meal Price Changes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/2089351</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please see the memo below to view recent changes on the meal price changes for school year 2025-2026.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 09:48:00 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet and Greet]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1789921</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are so excited to start this new school year off with our Meet and Greet!  Hope to see you on campus on July 31st, from 8:30am-10:30am.  Drop off school supplies, meet your child's teacher, buy uniforms, and take care of your financial obligations all on one day!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:39:47 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NEWS ALERT FOR 6/28/2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please read the attached letter regarding access to campus on Saturday, June 28, 2025.  Mahalo!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 13:31:00 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EZ Meal Applications available now online!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The EZ meal app is up and ready for applications!  Go to
www.ezmealapp.com
Click on start now
Select Hawaii
For the District, type DOE- Honolulu, Central, Leeward, Windward, Hawaii, Maui, Kauai (just type DOE and then click on the dropdown)
And the complete and submit your application!
(Make sure to add all children in the household.  Military families- do not include your BAH)]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:39:05 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free or Reduced Lunch Meal Applications]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1473665</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents: Please fill this form out so our school can receive Title I funds for computers, school supplies, etc. All parents need to submit this form as soon as possible. Thank you for your time!
Click "Okay" if you have completed the application.
Click "Read Full Story" to get more information on the application process.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2022 11:53:18 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Attendance Policy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1533490</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here is a reminder of the Department of Education and Makalapa Elementary's policies on attendance.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Nov 2021 09:53:15 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Military and Family Life Counseling Services]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1345708</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Explore how Carly can support your military family and students. This is a wonderful resource for Makalapa.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2020 09:56:10 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Video Production Team Wins in the Olelo Elementary Short Video Category]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1435469</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to our 6th grade Video Production team for winning the Short Video category for elementary schools with their entry "No More..."!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2021 12:57:55 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[HIDOE Parent Resource]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1197318</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out this new HIDOE resource for tips and tools to navigate and support your child’s continuous learning]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2020 10:26:44 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Makalapa Elementary's Tap Water Is Clear to Drink, Cook and Wash Hands!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1536979</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Makalapa Elementary's water is not sourced from the Navy water system. Our water is tapped from the City and County's water system.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 21:30:02 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hawaii Smarter Balanced Assessments in the months of April & May]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students in Grades 3, 4, 5, & 6 will be participating in the Hawaii Smarter Balanced Assessments in the months of April and/or May.  A hardcopy letter with a description of the assessments will be sent home with your child on Wednesday, March 23, 2022.  Specific assessment dates will be shared by your child's teacher.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 09:47:49 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DOE Travel Update]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1181314</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the Superintendent's memo regarding travel. NOTE: Our students do not participate in school-related off-island travel.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2020 13:15:01 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cell Phone Policy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1107369</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Student cell phones must be kept in their backpacks on school campus this includes before and after school. Students are allowed to call parents in the office and in the class with adult permission.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2019 11:21:54 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Park in unmarked stalls facing Salt Lake Blvd.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1146905</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Numbered Stalls are reserved for Teachers.  Do not park in numbered stalls. Also, do not park in other labelled stalls.  Help our Staff effectively do our business of educating your child.  Park in designated areas.  Mahalo!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:27:00 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[College Shirt Fridays]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/898071</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students may wear their favorite college t-shirt every Friday!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2018 22:45:18 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Morning Drop Off]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/1082515</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please do not drop your children off at school before 7:00 am.  There is no morning adult supervision before this time.  If needed, Kama'aina Kids runs a morning care program for a fee.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2019 09:20:15 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NPDES Update]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/852729</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An update on the status of Makalapa's actions to abide by these federal laws.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 14:52:18 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SBA Testing]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/852575</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[SBA testing will begin April 16th and run through May 15th. Kids, make sure to be well-rested and eat a good breakfast to be ready!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 09:35:50 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Track Team Runs Away at the Radford Complex Meet]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/863587</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Track Team brought the crowd to its feet with standout performances, demonstrating pride and grit!  Congratulations to the Top 3 finishers.

1st Place - 50m Grade 6 Girls,100m Grade 6 Girls,100m Grade 6 Boys, 200m Grade 6 Boys, 400m Grade 6 Girls, 4 x 100 Relay Grade 6 Girls, 
4 x 100 Relay Grade 6 Boys, 4 x 100 Relay Grade 5 Girls, 4 x 100 Mixed Relay Grade 5,  4 x 100 Mixed Relay Grade 6
		
2nd Place - 100m Grade 5 Girls, 200m Grade 5 Girls, 
4 x 100 Relay Grade 5 Boys

3rd Place - 100m Grade 5 Boys, 200m Grade 6 Girls, 
200m Grade 5 Boys, 600m Grade 5 Boys, 4 x 200m Relay Grade 5 Boys]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2018 09:11:10 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/867175</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You are cordially invited to attend Makalapa Elementary School’s May Day Program: Mele 'Ohana.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 10:47:03 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Makalapa Elementary ranked #22 in the latest Honolulu Magazine's, "Grading the Public Schools" report]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/852563</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[See how Makalapa Elementary compares to other public elementary schools across the state of Hawaii!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 09:29:35 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Book Fair]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/852553</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you to everyone for supporting our Spring Book Fair! The success of the fair could not have happened without your participation and involvement. Funds made will go towards new/replacement books and library programs and activities.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 09:20:38 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Safety Message, April 20, 2018]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/857044</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Radford HS received a potential security threat to their campus yesterday; see <radfordhs.org> for information. As it is our daily practice, Makalapa Elementary continues to be on alert, diligent, and observant of activities on and around campus.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2018 20:15:54 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grade 7 Physical Examination Requirement]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/811782</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Beginning School Year 2017-18 all 7th graders are required to complete a physical examination and submit a Student Health Record (Form 14) to your child's school at time of registration.  For more information visit www.hawaiipublicschools.org]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2018 12:50:12 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2018 SQS -School Quality Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/805456</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Special thanks to all parents and guardians who took the time to complete and submit the School Quality Survey (SQS).]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 09:15:08 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smarter Balanced Scores for Makalapa Elementary School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/767651</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Makalapa Elementary continues to increase in the percent of students meeting the Common Core State Standards in the areas of Language Arts, Math, and Science.  See how our school compares to the State and our Complex Area as well as other areas of performance based on State-identified key indicators of student success.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2017 13:44:50 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No Parking On Salt Lake Blvd]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/739384</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Honolulu Police Officers have observed cars parking on Salt Lake in the afternoon.  The roadway in front of Makalapa Elementary is a no Parking Zone.  Parents, please be aware...  HPD will be monitoring for parking infractions on Salt Lake Boulevard for blocking the lanes turning in the school.  HPD will be giving out warnings this week followed by citations.  It is suggested that parents plan to arrive no earlier than 2:05 pm (M,T,Th,F) or 12:25 pm on Wednesdays and refrain from parking on Salt Lake Blvd.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2017 14:24:16 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Afternoon Pick Up]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/733073</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All students not participating in the A Plus program must be picked up no later than 2:30 pm.  Please have your children wait by the shelter during this time.  
Parents arriving to campus before 2:00 pm are asked to wait in front of the library and to not disturb classes in progress.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Aug 2017 12:18:26 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TECH/AVID Family Night]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/781622</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, December 1, 2017 from 5pm to 7pm. Create a memorable video with your child. Learn how Seesaw (K-2) and Adobe Spark (3-6) is being used by your child. Complete the form to RSVP. Deadline to turn in the form and money is November 21, 2017.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2017 09:25:43 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Makalapa Flu Clinic- November 16, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/767643</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Be sure to fill out the consent form and return to your homeroom teacher to take advantage of a free flu shot for your child!  Due October 23, 2017!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Oct 2017 09:32:11 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Retake/Make-Up Picture Taking is on October 20, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/767647</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If your child is retaking his/her picture because the pictures were not satisfactory or if your child was absent on picture taking day or if your child enrolled at Makalapa on or after August 21, 2017, consider having your child participate in this opportunity!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2017 13:34:16 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome New Personnel at Makalapa Elementary!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/739392</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to introduce our new Staff members at Makalapa Elementary who are committed to the success of your child:
•	Peter Tovey			Vice Principal
•	Nicole Yonting			Counselor
•	Julie Marques			Head Custodian 
•	Virginia Salibida.		School Health Aide
•	Mrs. Lindsay Neuber 	Kindergarten
•	Mr. Clinton Haioka		Grade 6
•	Mrs. Janelle Settsu		Grade 6
•	Alyssa Kearney		Speech Language Pathologist
•	Kim Monden			Speech Language Pathologist]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2017 14:52:42 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Please Turn in Forms Promptly to your child's Homeroom Teacher]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/739396</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please encourage your child to be a Self-Directed Learner by bringing in all necessary paperwork and/or payments promptly.  Thank you!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2017 14:59:20 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PAYMENTS]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/733079</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Cash payments are required for any office transactions.  Lunch can also be paid online at www.schoolcafe.com.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Aug 2017 12:35:54 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IMPORTANT FORMS]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/733075</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Your child will be receiving 5 forms on their first day of school.  Please complete and return all forms on the next school day.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2017 09:21:32 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Military Families at Makalapa Elementary]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/660085</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Julie Daubenspeck the new Military Family LIfe Counselor for Makalapa Elementary School. Click on Headline to see Principal's  Introductory Memorandum.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2017 15:40:44 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Asbestos Management Notification]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/654240</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our recent re-inspection of our school facilities show that asbestos-containing materials remain in good condition and do not pose a hazard to our students and staff.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2017 08:29:22 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Food Drive Success!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/698480</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you, students and parents, for your donation to our school's Food Drive. Your generosity yielded 545 pounds of food items donated to feed struggling people in Hawaii!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2017 17:26:33 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Team Sports Jersey/T-shirt Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[To promote participation in physical activity and personal wellness, students are encouraged to wear their Team Sports jersey or a t-shirt in support of their favorite sports team on October 4, November 20, and December 18.  Show your school spirit and personal pride by wearing your jersey or sports t-shirt to school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2017 12:24:04 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In the Know...]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Department of Education policies for your information.  Check the Parent Resources link for current Highly Qualified Teacher Parent Notice, our Family and Community Engagement/Partnership Policy, and Notice of Non-Discrimination.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2016 09:33:46 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Read Aloud and Career Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[On March 1st, Makalapa and wonderful community members will celebrate the joy of reading with a school-wide read aloud and sharing of career opportunities.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2017 10:08:54 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hugs for Gabby]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Buy a HEART to support Gabby Gonzalez on Tuesday morning, February 14th in front of the Library from 7:15 am to 7:45 am. 

Hearts are $.50 each.

Makalapa Elementary School Pennies for Patients Community Service Project]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2017 10:25:17 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Library Book Box]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/621727</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The library now has a book box that will be outside the library every morning from 7:15 to 8:30.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2016 13:15:21 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTA needs your HELP!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.makalapael.org/apps/news/article/586485</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Without your help and volunteer efforts with our PTA Board initiatives, our annual activities to enrich your child's school life at Makalapa may cease this school year.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2016 11:44:55 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Reminders for Parents]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Information on parking lot traffic, Student Support Services and Meal Payment system.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2016 12:17:24 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to our new site!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please check back often as we update!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2016 12:51:01 -1000</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Radford Complex Track Meet]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[A friendly competition between the 7 Radford Complex elementary schools and Red Hill Elementary at the Mililani High School Track from 9:00-12:00.]]></description>
				


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