Summer Programs Handbook

Summer Program Dates

Elementary School: June 10 to July 12 (5 weeks)
Keiki Olympics: June 3 to June 7
Pueo Camp:
Week 1: July 15 to July 19
Week 2: July 22 to July 26
Keiki Island Hopping: July 29 to August 2

Middle School: June 10 to July 12 (5 weeks)

High School: June 10 to July 19 (6 weeks)

Mini Experiences for Middle & High School:
Session 1: June 10 to June 21 (2 weeks)
Session 2: June 24 to July 5 (2 weeks)
Session 3: July 8 to July 19 (2 weeks)

CyberCamp & eSports Camp: July 15-19

Swim, Tennis, and Pickleball Two-Week Sessions:
June 10 to June 21 (8 days)
June 24 to July 5 (9 days)
July 8 to July 19 (10 days)

Observed Holidays – No classes:
Tuesday, June 11 - Kamehameha Day
Wednesday, June 19 - Juneteenth
Thursday, July 4 - Independence Day

Contact Information

Manager of Summer Programs, Mrs. Sylvester, globalx@midpac.edu, 808-973-5009

Elementary Principal, Dr. Hussey, ednah@midpac.edu, 808-441-3803

Health Services Elementary School, Ms. Fee, mfee@midpac.edu, 808-441-3807

GlobalX Preschool and Elementary Coordinator, Mrs. Tokuda, globalx@midpac.edu, 808-973-5032

Summer Middle and High School Dean, Mrs. Ibara, cibara@midpac.edu, 808-441-5044

Health Services Middle and High School, Mrs. Wang, mwang@midpac.edu, 808-973-5120

Security 808-973-5133

Registration for all Mid-Pacific GlobalX classes must be completed online through Mid-Pacific’s Global Exchange Academy registration portal. Telephone, email, or walk-in registrations will not be accepted.

Please view our new Video Tutorials for tips on registration:

• Payment is due at the time of registration and processed in real-time. Payment must be made in full within one (1) business day of the email notification in order to secure a space in the class. Payment deadline will be provided.

• Only one parent/guardian should register their student at a time. Multiple individuals attempting to register the same student at the same time may prevent registration completion.

• Waitlists: Classes fill up quickly and although GlobalX makes every effort to place a student in their desired class, waitlists are processed as space becomes available.
⇒ If a class is full at the time of registration, you will see an orange indicator that says "Waitlist." To place your student on the waitlist, add the class to your cart. You will not be charged while on the waitlist.
⇒ Should a space become available, an email notification will be sent to the email address provided on the registration form.

• Registration does not guarantee enrollment and GlobalX reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment. If a class is canceled, parents will be notified via email by May 1. GlobalX will assist in determining an alternative class, if available. A refund for the canceled class will be issued if an alternative class is not available.

• All students must be able to speak and understand English, with the exception of students enrolling in English Language Development (ELD) classes.

• All students enrolling are required to have medical insurance and show proof of immunization. Information on insurance and required health forms will be provided at the time of registration or see section “Forms" below. Questions on requirements can be directed to globalx@midpac.edu.

• Certain classes may require that books be purchased and/or fees be paid for handouts, field trips, and supplies. Certain classes may also require the use of an iPad and/or laptop with required applications. Required materials are included in course descriptions.

• Mid-Pacific students can only take PE ONCE during the summer for credit towards their graduation requirements. Only 0.5 credit maximum from Summer Programs PE will be credited to the student in their lifetime at Mid-Pacific Institute.

By registering for any GlobalX Summer Programs classes, you are agreeing to:
• Adhere to guidelines and policies outlined at the time of registration.
• Allow your student to participate in an activity that may have a mixed grade level grouping.
• Comply with the GlobalX policy that transition to virtual instruction for specific or all classes in order to limit the spread of COVID-19 may occur at any time without advance notice and that tuition or fees will not be reduced, prorated, or refunded in the event of the cessation of the programs.

GlobalX reserves the right to cancel or alter programs to ensure a safe environment for our students, families, faculty and staff.

Medical Requirements and Forms

Please find a collection of forms that may be requested during the registration process:

Mid-Pacific Student Health R ecord
TB Clearance Form
Food Allergy Action Plan Form
Request for Administration/Storage of Medication Form
ALA Asthma Action Plan Form
Seizure Action Plan Form
ADA Diabetes Action Plan Form
Mid-Pacific Religious Vaccine Exemption Form
Medical Vaccine Exemption Form

Medical Form Requirements:

Please note that students will not be allowed to attend classes until all health requirements outlined below are met. Medical forms are required each participating summer.
Students are welcome to attend our program once they have fulfilled all the health requirements outlined below. Please submit medical forms for each participating summer, with Student Health Records dated within 12 months of program entrance, dated on or after June 1, 2023. For any questions, please contact health@midpac.edu and kindly include your child's name and grade.

All students must submit:
1. Completed Health Record
a. Mid-Pacific Student Health Record or Health Form 14, dated within 12 months of Mid-Pacific program entrance. This form may be completed outside the U.S., however, it must be completed and signed by a U.S. licensed healthcare professional (M.D., D.O., A.P.R.N., P.A.). Families may refer to the Instructions for Uploading Medical Forms Summer 2024 for assistance.
i. Please note that if your child had a physical examination on or after June 1, 2023, their healthcare provider can use that prior visit to complete a new and valid health record.
b. New and incoming Mid-Pacific students must complete their electronic Magnus Health profile, which is accessible through the parent's myPueo account by clicking on the Magnus Health Resource board.
c. All Non-Mid-Pacific students must complete their electronic Non-Mid-Pacific Student Medical Form, which can be found in the Forms section of the GlobalX Registration Portal. Please note that after submitting this electronic form in the portal, any subsequent changes must be emailed to GlobalX@midpac.edu.
2. Tuberculosis (TB) clearance that meets the State of Hawai’i requirements. Clearances administered outside the U.S. are acceptable and must be performed and signed by a U.S. licensed healthcare professional (M.D., D.O., A.P.R.N., P.A.).
a, The following are acceptable forms of TB screens or tests:
i. A negative TB Risk Assessment, such as the State of Hawaii TB Clearance Forms. This assessment must be completed at age 12 months or older.
ii. If the Risk Assessment Form presents risks, one of the following is required:
1. A negative Tuberculin skin test (PPD-Mantoux).
2. A negative QuantiFERON Gold In-Tube or T-Spot Blood Test (for students five years old and older only).
3. A negative chest x-ray with laboratory report/results attached.
3. Proof of Medical Insurance
a. New and incoming Mid-Pacific students should input the policy information into their Magnus Health profile, and Non-Mid-Pacific students should enter this information into the Health Insurance section of the Non-Mid-Pacific Medical Form.
b. International families may contact the following companies (including but not limited to) to inquire about U.S. insurance coverage:
i. Compass Student Insurance
ii. BETiNs- International Health and Travel Insurance
iii. ISO- International Student Insurance
4. If your child has a severe allergy that requires an Epi-Pen, or if they have asthma, diabetes, or a seizure disorder, please submit the corresponding Action Plan Form. All printable medical forms can be accessed above.
5. If your child will need medication such as an Epi-Pen, asthma inhaler, diabetes medication, or seizure rescue medication stored and administered by Mid-Pacific, please submit the Request for Administration/Storage of Medication Form.

Course Changes

Withdrawal and Refund Policy

The following refund policy schedule applies when students withdraw from any course, unless otherwise noted. Refunds are based on the date when the GlobalX Office receives written notification from parent/guardian(s) for withdrawal.
Summer Programs Classes, including Swimming, Tennis, and Pickleball:
• 50% of the amount paid will be refunded if notice of cancellation is received by May 1, 2024.
• No refund will be given if notice of cancellation is received after May 1, 2024.

Drop/Withdrawal of a Credit Course:
A student may drop a course (with no designation made on the student's transcript) up to and including the third instructional day of the designated session with approval of the Administration. After the third day, the drop will be considered a withdrawal. For the six-week program, the Monday of the fourth week is the last day to withdraw from the class with a "WD" recorded on the student's transcript. Audit decisions can only be made on or before the last day allowed for withdrawal.

Drops or Withdrawals must be requested using the following link: GXSP Programs Add/Change/Withdraw Request Form Summer 2024

Lunch Ordering

Parents/guardians may pre-order lunch for their students through Mid-Pacific's food service provider, Sodexo. Lunch can only be purchased for the entire summer program; per-day lunch purchases are not available. No refunds due to absences. Lunch includes one (1) drink selection (1% milk, chocolate milk, or 100% apple juice).
Orders are accepted from April 17 at 10:00 am to May 24 at 10:00 am through Mid-Pacific’s Global Exchange Academy registration portal. A late fee of $35 will be applied for orders received after May 24 at 10:00 am.

Elementary School:
All students should bring a healthy snack for the recess period. Candy, gum, and soda are not allowed.

If students will be bringing lunch from home, please provide all utensils needed for your student. Microwaves and refrigerators are not available. Please provide a personal cooler to keep snacks and lunches cool.

If a student comes to school without lunch, parents/guardians will be notified and asked to drop off lunch. In situations when dropping off a lunch is not possible, the school office will provide a hot lunch from Mid-Pacific’s food provider for which parents/guardians will be charged a lunch fee.

Please include details of food allergies in the student medical form.

Middle and High School:
Students should bring a healthy snack from home for mid-class breaks.

Scudder Cafeteria will be open this summer to purchase snacks and/or beverages using MyKidsSpending (MKS). Cash will not be accepted.

If students will be bringing lunch from home, please provide all utensils needed for your student. Microwaves are available in specified locations. Refrigerators are not available to keep lunches cold; please provide a personal cooler to keep snacks and lunches cool.

Canvas Learning Management System

Communication

Change of Status
If you have a change of status (e.g., name, marital status, phone numbers, or addresses), please email globalx@midpac.edu.

Communicating with Teachers
Open communication between parents/guardians and teachers is critical to your student’s development and success in summer programs. The primary means for communication between parents and teachers is via Canvas, the Learning Management System used in each class. Information about how to contact teachers will be provided before the start of each course.

Changes in the student’s environment (e.g., a new sibling, moving to a new home, separation of parents/guardians, death in the family, etc.) can be very unsettling to the student. If we are aware of the situation, we can be more understanding and proactive in responding to your student. Your student may voice concerns about peer relationships. Let Dr. Hussey (PS-5) or Mrs. Ibara (MS/HS Summer Dean) know what is happening so that these issues can be handled at school.

Messaging Students During the School Day
If a student needs to be contacted in case of emergency, call the school office at (808) 973-5032.

Custody
Mid-Pacific Institute will not voluntarily become involved in child-custody disputes. It is our policy to require both parents/guardians, regardless of marital status, to attend parent/guardian conferences and to honor any court dictated arrangements, such as the pick-up of a student from school. Our records, personnel, and resources are not available unless subpoenaed by the court. If requested in writing, we will send each parent/guardian a separate mailing of school information.

Solicitation
Mid-Pacific class lists may not be used to distribute literature, sell products, or promote political causes.

INFORMATION DISCLOSURE AND RELEASE
All information – records, reports, data, etc. – is confidential, and any unauthorized disclosure of a report or record is a misdemeanor. Parents/guardians must provide written permission to disclose any information about their student and must sign a “release of information” form permitting the school to release information about their student or family to anyone.

Health Services, Illness Policies and Medications

Health Services are available to the students on campus Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. There are no virtual health services available.

Keeping information up to date: Be sure to completely fill out the medical form with any medical conditions and/or allergies that your student may have. This will help Mid-Pacific provide the safest environment for your child. Please also make certain that your parent contact information is updated in the registration portal so that you can be reached in the event of an emergency or illness situation. We require a local or domestic phone number at which we can reach you.

Illness/Injury Policy: If your student shows signs of an oncoming illness, please keep them at home, both for your student’s well-being and the well-being of other students and their families. Students who become sick/injured while on campus will be kept in the Health Room to prevent the spread of illness. Parents/guardians will be contacted as soon as possible and the student should be picked up within one hour of being contacted.

In the event of a medical emergency we will call 911 for an ambulance, then call the parents/guardians to meet us at the appropriate facility (likely Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women and Children).

Returning to School After Illness: Your student is allowed to return to school after an illness when the student’s symptoms have significantly improved or resolved and the student has been free of fever, vomiting, and/or diarrhea for over 24 hours without the help of medication.

Head Lice (ukus): Ukus are an unpleasant hazard of school life in Hawai`i and you should check your student’s hair for them regularly. Should your student be found to have head lice, you will be notified by the nurse/health aide. Students are permitted to remain on campus and parents/guardians should provide treatment as soon as possible. We understand that treated hair may not be immediately cleared of lice debris.

Medications: Students must bring any medications they will be taking during the school day to the Health Center for their protection and safety. The medication must be in the original prescription container with written authorization and instructions from the physician (see Health Center web page for forms). Any changes in the medication must be communicated in writing with the nurse as soon as possible. Any medications not approved by the FDA cannot be stored or administered by the Health Center staff. This includes CBD oil containing products, which are prohibited on campus. Any student who is found to be carrying controlled substances on campus may face disciplinary actions. Sharing of any medications by students is strictly forbidden and will result in disciplinary actions. Please check with the Health Center if you are not sure if your student’s medication is classified as a controlled substance.

Natural Disasters and Other Emergency Situations
In the event of a natural disaster, such as flood, tsunami, hurricane, tropical storm, or earthquake, Mid-Pacific will alert parents/guardians or authorized persons as soon as possible about any school closures. If students are on campus during a disaster event, students will be moved to the safest locations, which could include campus buildings, the baseball field, and/or Noelani Elementary School, which is the public evacuation shelter closest to Mid-Pacific. The choice will be dependent upon the situation. Under no circumstances will Mid-Pacific close until all students have been picked up by their parents/guardians or a person authorized by parents/guardians. Please keep the telephone lines open and available for those who have urgent needs.

Computer, Digital Media and Internet Acceptable Use Policy

iPad Case Requirements

Attendance

Elementary School:
If your child will be absent or you are picking your student up early, please fill out the ES Attendance Form.

Middle and High School:
Attendance is extremely important during the summer because instruction is intensive and concentrated. The school strongly discourages missing summer programs for any reason. For example, leaving early or missing days for sports camps, vacations, routine medical appointments, and/or conferences may not be excused and make-up work/quizzes/exams may not be provided. Frequent tardiness disrupts the classroom and puts the student at a disadvantage.

Excessive absences/tardies may result in dismissal and in receiving no credit for credit bearing courses. For credit-bearing courses, absences are not to exceed three days. No refund will be given.

Parents/guardians should complete the MS/HS Attendance Request Form by 8:00 a.m. each day that the student is absent, tardy, or needs to be excused early. If a form submission is not received, the absence may be considered unexcused.

Dress Code

Preschool:
All students: Dress comfortably in appropriate playwear. Wear covered shoes and socks.
Please send in two complete clothing changes in a plastic bag with all belongings clearly marked with your child's name.

Elementary School:
Shirts, dresses, long pants, jeans, skirts, and shorts with straight hems.
Footwear: Athletic or regular shoes and socks or flat sandals with solid rubber soles and back straps. Shoelaces must be tied. Rubber slippers are not permitted. Students in inappropriate footwear will not be allowed to play outdoors, participate in P.E., or play during recess. Shoes with wheels are not permitted in school at any time.

Middle and High School:
The following dress code is in effect at all times for all students while they are on campus, as well as at activities off campus (unless otherwise instructed). Students in virtual courses must abide by dress policies when they are visible on screen.
1) For safety, students are required to wear shoes that cover the entire foot. Slippers are not permitted.
2) Tops must completely cover the torso and shoulders. Crop tops, tube tops, spaghetti straps, single-strap tops, and tank tops are not permitted.
3) Students are not permitted to wear any clothing that displays inappropriate language, hate speech, or displays images that promote obscenity or violence.
4) Bottoms - shorts are permitted but must be at the mid-thigh length. Additionally, while leggings are permitted, pajamas are prohibited.
5) Headgear - Hats, caps, or visors may be worn outdoors, but are to be removed when one is inside a building. Head coverings worn for religious reasons are permitted.

Mrs. Ibara, the Summer Dean is the final authority regarding the appropriateness of dress and grooming. The student code of conduct will be applied to violations of the dress code and students found in violation of Mid-Pacific’s dress standard will be referred to the Summer Dean. Procedures for Dress Standard Violations are as follows:
1) The student will be discreetly and immediately referred to Mrs. Ibara.
2) Mrs. Ibara will address the students' attire and contact the parent/guardian if necessary.
3) The student will be given an opportunity to change clothing.
4) The student will not be permitted to return to class until the violation of the dress standard is remedied.

Exceptions to the dress code shall be permitted when:
• A student’s parent requests a reasonable accommodation to address the student’s disability.
• The wearing of clothing in compliance with the dress code violates a student’s sincerely held religious beliefs. Such students and the student’s parents shall submit a signed affidavit setting forth the religious issues and the requested exemption to the policy.

Drop-off and Pick-up from On-Campus Programs

Elementary-aged students are required to remain on campus from the time of their arrival before school until after school departure. Only persons whose names are on the authorized pick up list on file in the school office, or whose names have been called in or sent to the office by a parent/guardian, may pick up a student. Parents/guardians should complete the ES Attendance Form if their child will be picked up sometime during the school day for any reason. Students are not permitted to walk themselves to other areas of the campus after dismissal. Students participating in swimming and/or tennis will be escorted to the pool and/or tennis courts. Students who leave the campus after school may not return without written authorization.

Preschool:
The morning drop-off is between 8:00 and 8:30 am. Morning child care prior to this time is not available. The afternoon pick-up is at 2:00 pm (5:00 pm only if the student is signed up for Keiki Playtime). Please pick up your student on time. A fee for late pick-up will be charged (outlined below).

Elementary School:
Drop-off is between 7:15 and 8:00 am. Please note there is no supervised care prior to 7:15am. All morning drop offs will be at the Upper Autoline. Please be sure your child is ready to be dropped off. Any delay in drop offs will be asked to circle around to prevent a backlog of vehicles. All students must be in their respective classrooms by the start time, or they will be considered tardy to school. Pick up for kindergarten through grade five is at 12:00 pm (unless the student is registered for Pueo Afternoon Adventures or Kinder Adventures). Students will walk with their teacher to the pick up area at the Upper Autoline. To prevent a backlog of vehicles, please do not arrive on campus until the designated end of class time (12:00 pm for morning classes, 2:30 for Kinder Adventures, 5:00 pm for Pueo Afternoon Adventures).

Pueo Camp, Keiki Olympics, and Keiki Island Hopping (Preschool & Elementary School):
Drop-off is at 7:30 am for Kinder to Grade 5. Please note there is no supervised care prior to 7:30 am. All morning drop offs will be at the Upper Autoline. Please be sure your child is ready to be dropped off. Any delay in drop offs will be asked to circle around to prevent a backlog of vehicles and at 8:00 am for Preschool, all at the upper Autoline. All students must be in their respective classrooms by the start time, or they will be considered tardy to school. Pick-up is at any time, check out our child 10 minutes prior to arriving to campus to notify staff you are on your way to pick up. Park in the Upper Autoline circle and walk to the elementary front gate where students will be waiting.

Late Pick-up:
Any elementary school student who is not picked up by 12:15 pm or preschool student who is not picked up by 2:15 pm will be placed in the Pueo Afternoon Adventures, Kinder Adventures, or Keiki Playtime program for which there is a $50.00 fee. If an emergency arises, please call the school office (808) 441-3800 before 3:30 pm and (808) 973-5032 after 3:30 pm.

Students in the After School Care Kinder, Pueo Afternoon Adventures, or Keiki Playtime programs must be picked up by 5:00 pm. A late fee of $15.00 for the first 15 minutes (or portion of) and $5.00 for every additional minute thereafter will be charged if a student is picked up after 5:00 pm.

Any student enrolled in Pueo Camp, Keiki Olympics, and Keiki Island Hopping who are not picked up by 5:00 pm is considered a late pick-up. A late fee of $15.00 for the first 15 minutes (or portion of) and $5.00 for every additional minute thereafter will be charged if a student is picked up after 5:00 pm.

Swim, Tennis, and Pickleball:
Students enrolled in swim, tennis, and/or pickleball class AND a Mid-Pacific Elementary summer class will be escorted to and from the Elementary School and the pool/tennis court/basketball court. However, students enrolled ONLY in a swim class must be dropped off and picked up at the pool, while students enrolled ONLY in a tennis class must be dropped off and picked up at the tennis court. Students enrolled ONLY in pickleball class must be dropped off and picked up at the basketball court. The appropriate swim/tennis/pickleball placards must be displayed on the dashboard of your vehicle.

Middle and High School:
The only entrance to the Mid-Pacific campus is via Kaʻala Street. Refer to the traffic flow map below.
Please pick up and drop off your students on time. Please ensure your student is aware of who is picking them up and at what time.

Mid-Pacific Summer Programs Campus Map

Expected Student Behavior

Elementary School:

Be-Attitudes for Students Attitude is everything. We try to encourage and frame situations and actions positively, with the idea that the child is empowered to make good choices. We hope that these three overarching attitudes — being respectful and caring, being responsible, and being safe — become the mindset for students at Mid-Pacific.

Be respectful and caring.
• Be respectful of yourself and others.
• Be honest.
• All students have a right to be safe and happy.
• People are not for hitting or hurting in any way.
• Adults who work at Mid-Pacific Preschool and Elementary School deserve respect.
• Everyone has a right to feel that his or her belongings are safe – take only what belongs to you.
• Use appropriate language.
• Be respectful of the classroom, materials, and school environment – our school is a special place for learning and fun.
• Protect the environment. Pick up litter.
• Keep our walls and furniture clean.

Be responsible.
• Arrive on time every day, ready and willing to learn.
• Attend all classes, chapel services, assemblies, and other required events as scheduled.
• Be prepared for class by bringing appropriate school supplies, completed assignments, and required books.
• Take pride in doing your own work rather than copying someone else’s work.
• Practice high standards of digital citizenship.
• Dress appropriately.

Be safe.
• Follow the playground rules. • Everyone on a school bus has a right to be safe.
• Use only rooms or areas you have been given permission to use.
• Stay at school until you are picked up or have written permission from your parents to go elsewhere.
• Do not use weapons, drugs, or alcohol, and do not bring them to school.

Games, Toys and Electronics:
Mid-Pacific's Global Exchange Academy reserves the right to ban any toy, game, or electronic item considered disruptive. Banned items include, but are not limited to, all electronic items (including iPods and cell phones), cards (including Pokemon, Magic and Animal Kaiser). Keep these items at home. Check with the school or classroom teacher if you are uncertain whether an item may be brought in.

Middle and High School:

Students are expected to:
• Be respectful, courteous, and polite.
• Attend all classes promptly and regularly.
• Bring appropriate supplies and books as well as completed homework assignments to class.
• Be responsible for their own possessions and to be respectful of the possessions of others.
• Develop and maintain behaviors which are conducive to a positive learning environment, including attentiveness, participation, interest, cooperation, and consideration of others.

Prohibited behaviors include, but are not limited to the following:
• Physical, verbal, and/or digital abuse, bullying, and/or sexual harassment
• Use of illegal drugs, alcohol, tobacco, vaping/e-cigarettes
• Possession of any harmful or dangerous objects (lighters, weapons, etc.)
• Cheating/plagiarism
• Public displays of affection
• Cell phone usage during class time (unless directed by the teacher)
• Gum chewing
• Littering and destruction of property
• Skateboarding and bike riding on campus

Mid-Pacific discourages bringing valuables or large amounts of money onto campus or to in-person activities/classes. Found articles not claimed by students at the end of the day are left in Damon Hall with the Summer Dean. Unclaimed articles will be donated to Goodwill or another charitable organization at the end of summer. Mid-Pacific is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items brought onto campus. Students are responsible for securing their belongings and valuables.

It is the goal of GlobalX to provide an environment that is safe, comfortable, and conducive to learning. GlobalX reserves the right to dismiss or require withdrawal of any student who, in Mid-Pacific's sole discretion and determination, violates Mid-Pacificʻs conduct policies.

Violations of rules concerning classroom behavior or general conduct will result in disciplinary measures, which may include counseling with a student and/or parent/guardians, confiscation of inappropriate items, suspension, or dismissal. In cases of possession or promotion of illegal substances and/or items, a referral will also be made to the police. Make-up work will not be given for work missed because of inappropriate/improper behavior.

Emergency Plans

Emergency Plans
Our top priority is the health and welfare of our students. The faculty and staff will do what it takes to ensure the safety and well-being of the students.

To support the safety of students, please ensure that Mid-Pacific has your most up-to-date contact information. Please email globalx@midpac.edu with any changes.

Earthquake
Should an earthquake of significant magnitude occur on O’ahu, our school could be damaged. We can also anticipate considerable disruption to our road networks. If your children are at school, you may not be able to get to them. In preparation for an earthquake event, we will periodically conduct drills in conjunction with the sounding of the Civil Defense sirens. We will explain to the children that it is important for them not to panic at this time, that the earthquake will soon be over. If indoors, we will stay indoors and take cover under desks, tables, supported doorways, etc. If outdoors, we will move away from the electrical lines. Following an actual earthquake, when the shaking has stopped, we will first treat anyone who is injured and then evaluate the structural integrity of the school. If our buildings are sound, we will remain in place and listen on our battery-operated portable radio for Civil Defense instructions. We have made preparations to survive for up to 72 hours without outside assistance. If the school is damaged or could sustain damage as the result of an aftershock, we will do one of the following: We will move to the Mid-Pacific baseball field or Noelani School, which is the public evacuation shelter closest to our school, if we are able to transport the students to that location in safety. The choice will be dependent upon the situation.

Fire
The elementary school has a fire evacuation plan, and we have monthly fire drills. The evacuation area is on the baseball field along the Maile Way fence. In the event of an actual fire, and should our buildings no longer be habitable, the school will call parents to pick up their children as soon as possible. Children will be temporarily housed in an undamaged facility on the school premises.

Flooding
The school is not located in an identified flooding zone.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm
Hurricane or tropical storm watches are issued by the National Weather Service 36 hours prior to the arrival of storm effects. Hurricane or tropical storm warnings are issued when one of these storms could affect O’ahu in 24 hours or less. When a watch is issued, Mid-Pacific will monitor the storm and make a decision to close before the issuance of a warning. The timing of the closure will generally coincide with the end of a normal working day and should not inconvenience parents if they are at work.

Lock-downs
At the first indication that an unauthorized person is on campus, teachers will verify that all students are in the classroom, lock classroom doors, and phone the office. The office staff may also phone the classroom with lock-down instructions. Children will remain in the classroom until given clearance by the office staff or principal to unlock classroom doors.

School Response to Emergency Situations
In emergency situations, school personnel will call parents or guardians first, then proceed to contact persons on the emergency form whom parents have authorized to act on their behalf if they cannot be reached. If parents/guardians or authorized persons on the emergency form cannot be reached, the school will contact the family physician, and the child will be taken by ambulance to Kapi’olani Women’s and Children’s Center. School personnel will accompany the child to the hospital and take along emergency release forms. Every effort will be made to contact parents/guardians. If a child is ill or injured, parents or guardians are notified immediately and will be requested to pick up the child as soon as possible. The Preschool and Elementary School has a health room (with beds and an adjoining lavatory) where the child will stay with the registered nurse until pick-up. An accident report will be prepared in duplicate; one copy is for the parent and one copy remains in the school files. In addition to the health care provided by the Elementary School nurse, Preschool and Elementary School faculty and staff are certified every two years in CPR and Red Cross First Aid.

Tsunami
Our school is not located in a tsunami evacuation zone, so we do not have to evacuate. The following procedures have been adopted in the event of a TSUNAMI WARNING:
a. If a WARNING is issued while school is in session, our teachers or supervisors will remain with the children until you can safely pick them up. You need not leave work or rush to school. If you are in or can get to a safe area close to where you work, it is recommended you remain in the safe area until the “all clear” is announced and avoid contributing to unnecessary traffic on roads and highways.
b. If a WARNING is issued before school begins, classes will be canceled and the school will be closed.

Playground Rules

Many of the most serious, yet usually avoidable, social problems and accidents occur on the playground. Playtime can and should be a joyous time for students. By establishing rules, we hope to ensure the general safety of all students. Please review the playground rules with your children.

Students who abuse playground privileges will be deprived of the privilege for a reasonable period of time, e.g., one recess for the first offense, etc. parent/guardians will be notified about frequent abuse. Please refer to the Code of Conduct for further information regarding rules and consequences.

General
• Follow directions given by the playground supervisors; respect authority.
• Class-vs. class recess play is not allowed.
• The grassy area by the outdoor stage is to be used during recess as a spillover area only at those times when the ball field is closed.
• No cartwheels, somersaults, handstands, or back flips are allowed without supervision.
• No dodge ball, tackle football, or any other game in which a person is used as a target is allowed. Tag and catch-and-throw football are allowed.
• Observe height restrictions for upper-body equipment.
• Allow space between groups of game players.
• Try to work out problems; seek help from an adult supervisor or Peace Team member when needed.
• Include any and all students in games whenever possible.
• Cooperate; be kind and considerate.
• Do not run through group games.
• Do not run around buildings.
• Do not use rocks, sticks, or any other objects in a manner that is harmful to self and others.
• Do not play in a dangerous fashion (i.e., kicking, pushing on the equipment, etc.)
• Do not push or shove.
• Remain in designated play areas.
• Finish your food and drink before using the playground equipment.
• Do not run on the play structure or on the surrounding spongy surface.
• Play on grassy areas only when supervised by a teacher or staff member.

Ball Field Rules
• Students are not allowed to go on the infield.
• Only a teacher may retrieve any ball that goes into the infield.
• All play equipment must be returned to its proper place.
• If any equipment is lost or goes over the fence, inform the teacher on duty.

Playcourt Rules
• The school does not allow ball games involving forceful hitting of another student with a ball or using another student as a target. This rule also applies to playing on the ball field.
• All play equipment must be returned to its proper place.

Tire Swing
• Hold on to the swing with both hands.
• No standing or lying face down in the swing.
• Keep both legs in the middle (unless swinging alone).
• Stay back from the swing if you are not swinging.
• During Covid, two little kids may swing together at one time.
• Two big kids may swing together at one time.
• No high swinging! Do not try to touch the poles! (Severe head injury may occur.)
• Two-minute time limit.
• Only one student may push the swing.

Slides
• Do not push.
• Do not climb up the slide. Slides are only for going down.
• Feet first when going down the slide.
• Do not walk or run down the slide.
• Sit up on the slide. Do not lie down.

The Zip
• Form a line at both ends of the zip. (One student zips over and the student on the other side zips back.)
• Don’t shoot the zipper over to the opposite side - the metal zipper can cause head injuries. Walk the zipper over to the other platform.
• Don’t lean out from the platform toward the zip.
• Stay off the top of the zip bar - no hanging, sitting, or putting your feet up.
• Do not walk under the zip bar while the zip bar is in use.

Log Roll
• Stop the log before you get on.
• Stand in the middle of the log and hold on to the bars on both sides.
• One person at a time.

Bridge
• Do not run across the bridge.
• Do not sit on the bridge.
• Do not walk under the bridge.
• You may rest or have quiet play under the bridge.

Monkey Bars
• Go in the same direction.
• Do not walk or run under the monkey bars while the monkey bars are in use.

Mandatory Reporting

Hawaiʻi law requires that all childcare staff report the acts or omissions of any person that may have affected the physical or psychological health or welfare of a child including, without limitation, substantial or multiple skin bruising, any injury to skin causing substantial bleeding, malnutrition, failure to thrive, burns, poisoning, fractures of bones, soft tissue swelling, extreme pain and extreme mental distress. We take this responsibility seriously and will report and document any incidents at our discretion.

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