Camerynn:

Aloha Kakahiaka and welcome parents, friends, staff, and students to Nu'uanu School's May Day 2011 Celebration.

 

Maya:

50 years ago Nu'uanu Elementary School opened its doors to students.  Back then most students walked from their neighboring homes to the school.  The school was so new that it only had the kitchen, no seating or stage area of the Cafeteria, Buildings A (the Office and Health Room) and B - that's it.  At that time, the Health Room was used as the Library.

Camerynn:

There were only about 50 to 60 First Graders, and no other students.  Each year a new Building was added so that those First Graders could continue onward to their final destination: Sixth Grade. 

Maya:

Those first First Graders got to enjoy brand new classrooms each year!  In fact, one of those first First Graders works here at Nu'uanu Elementary:  Mrs. Annette Oda. 

Camerynn:

Well, when we are 60 years old, we hope to come back to Nu'uanu to help celebrate its 100th Birthday - maybe with our own families and with our friends.  And we will talk about the field trips we went on, the fun we had with our classmates and teachers, Family Fun Night activities, our May Day performances - oh yeah - and what we learned. 

Maya:

The students of Nu'uanu would like to dedicate this year's May Day performances to all of Nu'uanu's past, present and future students.

Camerynn & Maya:

We love you Nu'uanu - Happy '5' '0'!!!!

Camerynn:

The entrance of the royal procession is announced by our Na Mea Pu Kani, Conch Shell Blowers, Nicklaus Kakazu and Isaac Hokama.  They are followed by our Mea Oli, Court Chanters, Kuliaikanu'u Cummings and Amanda Kurano

 

(Conch Shell blows 3 times the Chanters proceed)

 (After chanters are close to their seats, then start the music)

Maya:

Nu'uanu School proudly presents Ka'alani, the Royal Attendants, representing the eight islands of Hawai'i.

Camerynn:

From the island of Hawai'i, home of the fire goddess Pele, comes Prince Jarett Nishijo and Princess Cameron Woods who wears 'ula'ula of her island.  They are accompanied by pa'a kahili, Kaisen Nakagawa.  With them is their Attendant Valerie Eng.

Maya:

The island named for the demigod Maui is represented by Prince Mark Ushiroda and Princess Kyra Yamaguchi wearing 'akala for their island.  They are joined by pa'a kahili, Kaimanuwai Akana.  Escorting them is their Attendant Juliana Chang.

Camerynn:

Prince Brock Cunningham escorts Princess Sommer Ramos, wearing melemele, representing the island of O'ahu.  They are accompanied by pa'a kahili Brandon Hayashi.  Their Attendant Tiffany Huynh follows.

Maya:

Pa'a kahili Dylan Funakoshi accompanies Prince Coby Chock and Princess Taylin Park who is adorned with the color poni representing the island of Kaua'i.  With them is their Attendant Asia Jhun.

Camerynn:

Moloka'i, our friendly isle, is represented by Prince Zachary Tsubota and Princess Madison Moriwake who wears kukui of their island.  They are accompanied by pa'a kahili, Matthew Chun.  Their Attendant Napo'onamahina Henry joins them.

Maya:

Prince Vince Cui and Princess Lauren Arakaki wear kaunaoa for the island of Lana'i.  They are accompanied by pa'a kahili, Sean Sumida and followed by their Attendant Natalie Donohue.

Camerynn:

The northernmost island of Ni'ihau is represented by Prince Preston Iha and Princess Kawai'ina Haiku, who wears the lei pupu for their island.  They are accompanied by pa'a kahili, Zeph Kaneshiro and with them is their Attendant Lina Dacanay.

Maya:

Our smallest island, Kaho'olawe, sends to us Prince Jace Oh and Princess Emily Moriyama, who wears lei hinahina for Kaho'olawe.  They are accompanied by pa'a kahili, Steven Yamasaki and their attendant Caitlyn Akamine-Lii.

Camerynn:

Accompanying our Royal Attendants are Gift Bearers Joeylee deLaura, Cameron Miki, and Tyler Macey-Hughes.                            .

(Wait for Gift Bearers to put gifts down-

MUSIC STOPS PLAYING)

Maya:

Pulo'ulo'u the kapu stick, are a sign of royalty approaching.  They are held by Anthony Domingo and Zachary Hata.

(Wait for Anthony and Zachary to get into position.)

Camerynn:

To ensure the safety of our King and Queen come Na Koa, the Royal Guards, Justin Lau and Justin Wong.

(Wait for Royal Guards to get into position.)

Please stand for the entrance of the King and Queen.

(Music starts again.)

Maya:

Kona Hinojosa and Alan Norr will always be near our King and Queen carrying Na Kahili Ali'i, the Royal Kahili.

Camerynn:

The Royal Attendants are Samantha Mau and Moana Kuba.  Lei Aloha are Tiare Rhoden and Alyssa Lau.

(Wait for the King and Queen to get into position.)

Maya:

AND NOW WE PROUDLY PRESENT OUR MAY DAY KING, Jaren Junichi Pinera (Pause for Applause)

AND OUR MAY QUEEN, Ha'a hula kalei kaimana po'aikala kahikikapu iholani keku'ina Crisostomo!

(PAUSE, WAIT UNTIL CLAPPING FADES)

(STOP MUSIC)

We have come to the moment of presenting lei to our Mo'i Kane and Mo'i Wahine,

Camerynn: 

Mrs. Kalen Pinera and Mr. Eduardo Crisostomo will do the honors.

(King and Queen receive their lei and walk to their seats.)

(Wait for parents to walk back to their seats.)

(Wait for Royal Guards to go back to their seats.)

Maya:

Honored guests, we'd like to present to you Nu'uanu Elementary School's May Day Court for 2011!!!

(PAUSE FOR CLAPPING)

Please be seated.

At this time, we would like to call on Mr. James Toyooka to say a few words.

(Mr. Toyooka comes forward to speak.)

Camerynn:

Thank you, Mr. Toyooka.  We would now like to extend a warm welcome to the special guests who have joined us today.  Guests, please stand when your name is called.  Thank you.

(Read Guest List...)

Maya:

Thank you for being with us today.

We apologize if we have forgotten to mention your name.  Special guests, we thank you once again for sharing this special day with us.

Camerynn:

To further honor Nu'uanu's 50th Birthday, a special note of recognition has been prepared.  (Read the Proclamation...)

Maya:

And now, the students of Nu'uanu will honor our Mo'i Kane and Mo'i Wahine with songs and dances for this joyous occasion.

Camerynn & Maya:

Let the celebration begin!!!  (WITH EXPRESSION!)

Grade K

 "Whole Lotta Shakin"

Announcers: Trislyn Maeda, Tessa Onaga, & Sean Weiss

Grade 4

"My Little Grass Shack"

Announcers: Taylor Venenciano & Celina Bhandari

Grade 1

"It's On"

Announcers: Elijah-Myles Saloma, Camryn Lai, & Jodi Yamane

Grade 3

"Na Hala O Naue"

Announcers: Amy Chan & Tiana Chan

Grade 2

 "Na Mahina & The Hoki Poki"

Announcers: Kasydie Park, Laurel Nishina, & Trevor Yamauchi

Gr. 5 Announcer:

Ka Ua O Nu'uanu

Camerynn:

Puna Paia 'A'ala, a waltz composed by Queen Lili'uokalani, describes a special place and a special love.  As our years at Nu'uanu come to a close, we are reminded of our special place, Nu'uanu - where we have found love and made friendships and memories that will remain in our hearts forever.

In honor of our May Day king and queen, the fifth graders will sing Puna Paia 'A'ala.  A big mahalo to Makua Kaulana and na kumu from E Mele Kakou. 

Gr. 5 Announcer, Joeylee deLaura:

This mele was composed by Victor Kala for the St. Louis home of Mrs. Helen Tam.  Her home was a gathering place for many entertainers.

Like the home of Mrs. Tam, Nu'uanu School has become a gathering place for all of us.  She has welcomed us to her campus and given us the opportunity to meet and make many friends over the years.  She stands tall and majestic in this beautiful valley.  Her beauty surrounds us everyday in the mountains, trees and the wind and rain.  We dance this song with great love and aloha to say "thank you" to all of our teachers, and staff for giving us a wonderful and solid start as we embark on the next journey in our lives.  Aloha to all and please enjoy our mele...Ku'u Hoaloha...our friends.

Maya:

We hope you have caught the spirit of May Day 2010!  We know we certainly have.  Your presence here today has helped to make this an extra special occasion for our Nu'uanu School Ohana.

Camerynn:

Please give your children a round of aloha for a job well done!

(Pause for clapping)

Join us now as we sing Aikane O Nu'uanu, our school song written by Tammy Wong.  The words are in your program.  Please stand.

(Children and audience sing Aikane O Nu'uanu)

 

Maya:

Please be seated.

Thank you to everyone for coming to our May Day program.  We would also like to thank Aunty Kaulana for her help with May Day preparation. 

(Pause for applause)

Camerynn:

With our fearless Third Grade teachers leading our planning, we thank you for making our May Day possible.

(Pause for applause)

Maya:

Many thanks to our May Day musicians Kalani Maio, Leilani Vakauta, and Mamo Wassman for providing live music and making the day even more special.  (Pause for applause)    

Camerynn:

Parents and guests - please remain where you are until the classes have been dismissed.  The Royal Court will remain in the gym for picture-taking.

Camerynn & Maya:

Happy May Day from your announcers:   Camerynn Keahi and Maya Nakamura

MAHALO AND ALOHA!