AINA IS 2009-2010
Aikahi is one of the first schools in Hawaii to implement 3 of Kokua Foundation’s AINA IS Programs. They feature the Healthy Choice Lunches providing fresh fruits and vegetables every Thursday, Garden Program, classes participate in some function of growing a garden, and the Nutrition program – Docent volunteers teach nutrition to 2nd and 6th graders once a month. Our Garden Party was a great success due to the generous help from parents, staff, students, and community volunteers. Congresswoman Mazie Hirono and four members of her staff joined us to dig, pull weeds, and add mulch to the walkways. The summer crop of Sun Hemp (those giant plants you've been seeing!) was removed, ground up and mixed back into the soil for added nutrients and we built compost bins for recycling the campus yard waste. Our garden beds are now ready for planting so keep an eye out for sprouting seedlings. Classroom lessons begin Sept 21 for grades K, 1, and 5 and the Garden Club will begin planting after Labor Day. Thanks to all for your help!
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