Exciting News: Our 2024 EDEN Restock is Here!

We’re thrilled to announce that popular items from the 2024 EDEN collection are back in stock! Pre-orders are now open exclusively for MES PTO dues-paying members until November 15, 2024. All pre-ordered items will be available for pick-up at the MES PTO Blinkie Booth during the Fun Fair.

Available Items:

Order now and secure your favorites before they sell out! For any questions, please reach out to us at president@moanaluapto.org.

Fall Family Night Pumpkin Carving Contest Now Open!

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all our incredible MES Surfrider families who joined us for our unforgettable Fall Family Night! We are absolutely blown away by your stunning costumes and impressive pumpkin carving talents – your creativity truly brought the spirit of the season to life!

Voting is now open! Head here to cast your vote for your favorites and let your voice be heard in this exciting competition! Spread the word and share the link with your friends and family too.

Voting will close on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Winners will be announced via our social media sites on Monday, November 4, 2024.

We would like to say a great big MAHALO to the following individuals:

  • Mrs. Lynda Galera and Mr. Thien Ho, MES Administration
  • Mr. Daryl Kawamoto, MES Cafeteria Manager
  • MES 6th Grade Teachers and Students
  • Mrs. Gail Weisz, MES Innovation Teacher/Librarian, and Ms. Susie Okumura
  • MES PTO Volunteers

Volunteers Needed!

We are actively seeking volunteers for these upcoming MES and MES PTO activities:

MES Scholastic Book Fair (10/28-11/1): bit.ly/MESfall24books. Help students with selecting books and checking out.

Fun Fair Donation Drop-off (11/1-11/15, 11/25): bit.ly/4dGpL1n. Help with our curbside donation drop-off collection and getting leftover items ready for pick-up following Fun Fair.

Fun Fair (11/21-11/23): bit.ly/3TAIxQd. We need all hands on deck to make our Fun Fair a success. Sign-up by 10/23, to be entered into our VIP Parking raffle for a coveted Fun Fair parking spot worth $150!

In addition, we’re thrilled to introduce our brand-new PTO Volunteer Pledge Card, designed to make volunteering even more fun and rewarding! Your involvement as a PTO volunteer is vital to the success of our initiatives, and can have a direct positive impact on your child’s experience at school.

By participating in our Volunteer Pledge program, you will earn stamps for each PTO event you help out with. Complete all three stamps on your card, and you’ll be entered into our exciting raffle prize giveaways throughout the year! And there’s more — become a committee chair for any event and get an extra raffle entry!

Special Call for Fun Fair Volunteers! Volunteer for any two Fun Fair shifts and earn a bonus raffle entry! Your time and enthusiasm will ensure that this event is memorable and enjoyable for all our families.

How It Works:

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to contribute to our school community, make new friends and win amazing prizes! To get started, simply pick up your Volunteer Pledge Card at our next PTO meeting or event. Or email membership@moanaluapto.org if you have any questions.

  1. Earn Stamps: Help out at any PTO event to earn a stamp.
  2. Complete Your Card: Fill all three stamp spots to enter the raffle.
  3. Extra Entries: Get bonus entries for volunteering at two Fun Fair shifts or for being a committee chair.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication. Together, we can make this school year the best one yet!

Join Us for Fall Family Night at Moanalua Elementary!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 29, from 6 to 8 PM in the MES Cafeteria for an evening of fun, food, and festive activities.

What to Expect:

  • Pumpkin Carving & Contest: Bring your own pumpkin to carve or pre-order one for $12 (limited to 2 per family, only 40 available). Tools will be available for use for those who need them. Enter your pumpkin into our online contest!
  • Costume Contest: Show off your best student and family costumes and compete for prizes.
  • Food Fundraiser: Support the 6th grade as they raise money for their Camp and Promotion Ceremony. Pre-order food during registration and pick it up starting at 5:30 PM (cash only).
  • Scholastic Book Fair: Open from 5-6 PM for families to browse and shop.

The cost is $5 per family, with a $2 discount for MES PTO members. (Dues-paying PTO members, make sure to check your emails for the discount code!) Your ticket includes pumpkin carving tools to borrow, games, and a downloadable family photo.

RSVP by October 25 to reserve your spot: bit.ly/MESfall2024

For questions, email: president@moanaluapto.org.