The ‘Iolani ‘Ohana is the official parent organization of ‘Iolani School and all parents/guardians are welcome as members. We seek to build a vibrant, supportive, and connected school community through social activities and programs.
Being a part of the ‘Iolani ‘Ohana is a wonderful opportunity to get actively involved in our community. It’s also a great way to develop lasting relationships with the families in your child’s grade, while providing an important service to the school.
‘OHANA EVENTS
New Parents Welcome Reception: All parents of new incoming students to ‘Iolani School are invited to a welcome reception on campus that takes place at the start of each school year.
College Life After ‘Iolani: A unique event that provides an opportunity for ‘Iolani seniors and their parents to receive first-hand information about the transition to college life from recent ‘Iolani graduates and former and/or current parents.
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
President: Daniel Wong
ohanapresident@iolani.org
Immediate Past President: June Yago
Treasurer: Kehau Takenishi
Secretaries: Ethel Chun, Jennifer Omoto
Secretary Elect: Alyssa Han
COMMITTEES
Special Events: Wendy Suetsugu
Open Houses: Jan Okumura, June Yago
College Life After ‘Iolani: Erica Kaneshiro
Mentor Program: June Yago
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS
Dr. Melinda Bihn, Head of School
Mrs. Melanie Pfingsten, Associate Head of School
Mrs. Leia Yongvanich, Dean of Lower School
Mrs. Natalie Hansen, Associate Dean of Lower School
Mrs. Kim Gennaula, Chief Advancement Officer
Ms. Wendy Kaneda, Advancement Director and ‘Iolani ‘Ohana Liaison
CONTACT
ohanaliaison@iolani.org
(808) 943-2345
CLASS REPRESENTATIVES
The ‘Iolani ‘Ohana class representatives oversee the planning of parent and family events and coordination of parent involvement in social activities and programs. They assist with mission of the ‘Iolani ‘Ohana and serve as liaisons between the administration and parent community regarding school initiatives and projects.
Kindergarten Class of 2039
Kristine Okada, Chelsi Sato, and Megan Shoji
Grade 1 Class of 2038
Justine Mason, Christine Song, and Kelli Yamashita
Grade 2 Class of 2037
Jamie Nakoa, Shannon Stoddard, and Ashley Tom
Grade 3 Class of 2036
Sara Fieman, Kristin Nakasato, and Megan Small
Grade 4 Class of 2035
Casey Nichols and Yang Yao
Grade 5 Class of 2034
Terri Gushiken, Alison Nakamatsu, Kyung Song, and Jasmine Tang
Grade 6 Class of 2033
Neale Asato, Nolan Madriaga, and Travis McGaughy
Grade 7 Class of 2032
Stacey Cheung, Jodie Sanada, and Larry Taki
Grade 8 Class of 2031
Derek Ching, Jared Kashiwabara, and Kai Ohuchi
Grade 9 Class of 2030
Britney Curry and Kieuloan Guan
Grade 10 Class of 2029
Jarrah Cole and Maria Hvidding
Grade 11 Class of 2028
Nicole Arcenaux, GeriLyn Bertoli, and Sheri Tafflinger
Grade 12 Class of 2027
Chris Chun, Gina Kobashigawa, Candi Nakamoto, and Ruthie Nishikawa
JOIN US!
Please consider sharing your time and talents by volunteering with the ‘Iolani ‘Ohana. To learn more about becoming a member of ‘Ohana or other parent volunteer opportunities, please contact the ‘Ohana Liaison at
ohanaliaison@iolani.org.