More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
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Meet Kumu Alston, the lively Hawaiian Studies Teacher at President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, where learning is an adventure! With a flair for the theatrical, Kumu Alston brings the magic of the stage to the classroom, crafting an educational experience as vibrant as the students themselves.
Located in bustling Waikiki, just across from the Honolulu Zoo, JES is a multicultural melting pot. Over half of our students come from diverse ethnic backgrounds. JES is also a Title I school, but Kumu Alston is dedicated to unlocking every child's potential through innovative methods like place-based learning and social-emotional learning.
At JES, we believe education should be as dynamic as the island we call home. With your support, we can continue to create a nurturing environment where every student can thrive. Join us on this exciting journey and help turn dreams into reality!
About my class
Meet Kumu Alston, the lively Hawaiian Studies Teacher at President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, where learning is an adventure! With a flair for the theatrical, Kumu Alston brings the magic of the stage to the classroom, crafting an educational experience as vibrant as the students themselves.
Located in bustling Waikiki, just across from the Honolulu Zoo, JES is a multicultural melting pot. Over half of our students come from diverse ethnic backgrounds. JES is also a Title I school, but Kumu Alston is dedicated to unlocking every child's potential through innovative methods like place-based learning and social-emotional learning.
At JES, we believe education should be as dynamic as the island we call home. With your support, we can continue to create a nurturing environment where every student can thrive. Join us on this exciting journey and help turn dreams into reality!