JOSH B. GREEN, M.D. KEITH T.

HAYASHI
GOVERNOR SUPERINTENDENT

STATE OF HAWAII
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
BENJAMIN PARKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
45-259 Waikalua Road
Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744

March 8, 2023

Dear Benjamin Parker ‘Ohana,

The purpose of this letter is twofold: To remind our community to remain vigilant regarding the
safety of our children; and to thank you for your kindness and flexibility during my quarter with you.

We generally do a terrific job of being mindful and careful when it comes to driving in our parking lots.
Recently, there have been instances where some cars may be traveling a bit too quickly through our
parking lot, namely the back one, closest to the cafeteria (the entrance is on Kamehameha Highway). The
majority of our families who use this parking lot drop off their pre-K kids (our tiniest Tigers), so please,
let us be extra careful when using this area.

Finally, I would like to say thank you. Thank you for allowing me into your school community.
You have shown the willingness to work with our staff to make Ben Parker a supportive place for
learning and growing. I will definitely remember this as one of the many highlights from my short time here.
Please continue to engage in the partnership so we can continue to provide what is best for our students, our
future.

Mahalo, Tiger ‘Ohana!

Wess Unten
Ben Parker TA Principal

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER