PRE–ALGEBRA FOR
HIGH SCHOOL #901
Tuition: $350
(7:45 –11:45 a.m.)
Elective credit will be given to KS students wishing to preview
the course for the upcoming school year. This course will review
and practice the essential concepts of mathematics leading to the
study of Algebra I, including a study of fractions, decimals, integers,
percents, equations, inequalities and graphing.
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BASIC ALGEBRA I #902
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
The ability to advance to a Geometry course will only be given to
non–KS students or KS students repeating this course who received
a D or F during the school year. Elective credit will be given to
KS students wishing to preview the course for the upcoming school
year.
Due to the rapid pace of this course, only students with a strong
desire and commitment to learn Algebra I should enroll. This course
covers the fundamental concepts of Algebra I but at a slower pace
and with less depth.
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ALGEBRA I #904
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
The ability to advance to a Geometry course will be given only to
non–KS students or to KS students repeating this course who
received a D or F during the school year. Elective credit will be
given to KS students wishing to preview the couse for the upcoming
school year.
Due to the rapid pace of this course, only students with a strong
desire and commitment to learn Algebra I should enroll. The course
reviews arithmetical processes and their development into meaningful
algebraic concepts and methods: symbols, substitutions, directed
numbers, graphs, linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, proportions,
factoring, power and roots, absolute values, and problem solving.
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GEOMETRY
#906
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: C grade or better in Algebra
I.
Basic terms, axioms and theorems will be used in formal mathematical
proofs to verify results and give training in the use of deductive
reasoning. The properties of parallel and perpendicular lines and
of congruent and similar triangles will be explored. Geometric properties
of plane and solid figures will be investigated.
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ALGEBRA II #908
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: C grade or better in Geometry.
The ability to advance to College Algebra will only be given
only to non–KS students or to KS students repeating this course
who received a D or F during the school year. Elective credit will
be given to KS students wishing to preview the course for the upcoming
school year.
Due to the rapid pace of this course, only students with a strong
desire and commitment to learn Algebra II should enroll. This course,
which is required by colleges for students who expect to enroll
in physical or social sciences, engineering or mathematics, begins
with a brief review of Algebra I. Additional topics covered are
functions, complex numbers, graphs, systems of equations, matrices,
quadratic and polynomial equations, conics and logarithms. Please
note: For KS students, Algebra II taken in Summer School
does not fulfill the prerequisite for Pre–Calculus.
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CONCEPTS IN BIOLOGY #986
Tuition: $400
(7:45 –11:45 a.m.)
There is a two–hour lab period on Tuesdays and Thursdays
from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
This course provides a modern approach to discovering more about
living organisms and their interactions with the environment. Observation,
measurement, organization and analysis of quantitative data will
be stressed in lab activities. In addition to the text, supplementary
scientific literature, audio visual aids, and computer programs
are an integral part of the course.
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CHEMCOM CHEMISTRY #914
Tuition: $400
(7:45 –11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Grades 10–12. C grade
or better in Algebra 1.
There is a two–hour lab period on Tuesdays and Thursdays
from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
This is a laboratory course designed for those students who do not
intend to major in science or a science–related field. The
course covers the fundamental concepts of chemistry and how they
relate to our daily environment. Emphasis is placed on “hands
on” activities which demonstrate the impact of chemistry on
society.
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CHEMS CHEMISTRY
#1109: Gr. 10, #1110:
Gr. 11–12.
Tuition: $400
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Grades 10–12. C grade
or better in Algebra 1.
There is a two–hour lab period on Tuesdays and Thursdays
from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
This laboratory science is strongly recommended for students who
are interested in becoming medical doctors, nurses, engineers or
any other type of professional scientists. The course shows how
one observes, classifies, and explains matter and the reactions
matter undergoes. The atomic model is explained and developed throughout
the course with emphasis on student experiences in the laboratory.
Required purchase: Laboratory Manual
and Notebook—approximately $15.00. Students are expected to
own a scientific calculator.
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CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS #916
Tuition: $400
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
There is a two–hour lab period on Tuesdays and Thursdays
from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
This course uses the Conceptual Physics textbook. It offers a variety
of physics activities for both mathematically oriented and non–mathematically
oriented students. Student involvement is heavily emphasized. Topics
studied include motion, energy, relativity, electricity, waves and
light. This course should be of benefit to anyone who is curious
about the way the universe works.
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HAWAIIAN
NATURAL HISTORY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE #917
Tuition: $400
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisites: Grades 10-12, 1 year of biological
science.
There is a two–hour lab period on Tuesdays and Fridays
from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Students will explore the connections among natural and cultural
histories of our islands and learn techniques to identify, monitor,
and conserve Hawaii’s natural resources. Emphasis is placed
on the comparisons between traditional and western land management
practices, outdoor field skills, laboratory science, and environmental
service work. This summer program includes various field trips to
explore Hawaii’s biological diversity and to work with Hawaiian
practitioners and resource managers. Completion of this course provides
two science credits applicable toward completion of science requirements
for graduation.
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SPEECH
COMMUNICATION #930
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of KS
Speech 8, or for students entering 9th or 10th Grade and teacher
recommendation.
This course is designed to develop basic communication skills including
the ability to: think critically, research for speech information,
organize material appropriately for oral presentation, communicate
with clarity and confidence, and politely listen for understanding.
Students will also gain an understanding of the communication process
with an emphasis on the mutual responsibility of the speaker and
the listener. Speaking experiences include informal activities and
informative speeches.
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ADVANCED SPEECH COMMUNICATION
#932
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Speech Communication. Open to
students entering Grades 11 and 12.
This course is designed to expand student skills in critical thinking
and listening, research and organization, and speaking. While this
course emphasizes persuasive speaking and research, other experiences
may include informative and persuasive speaking, small group discussion,
job and personal interviewing, interpretation of literature and
informal debate.
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9TH GRADE ENGLISH #927
Tuition: $175
(9:55–11:45 a.m. only)
Preference given to KS students. Credit awarded only to students
repeating 9th Grade English due to failing the course.
This course is for students in grades 9 who are required to make
up an English credit, and includes a range of activities, with an
emphasis on basic skills in composition and reading.
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10TH GRADE ENGLISH #928
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. only)
Preference given to KS students. Credit awarded only to students
repeating 10th Grade English due to failing the course.
This course is for students in grade 10 who are required to make
up an English credit, and includes a range of activities, with an
emphasis on basic skills in composition and reading.
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POWER READING/WRITING
FOR THE SAT #923
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Open to students entering Grades
10–12.
Students will practice both critical reading and writing in the
different academic disciplines they will encounter on the SAT and
in college. Students will improve reading comprehension, retention
and speed by identifying patterns and relationships between concepts
used by authors of nonfiction literature. Vocabulary practice will
foster an understanding and appreciation of words from different
language groups and enable students to accelerate their vocabulary
building. Students will use these techniques to focus and organize
their own compositions representing the different rhetorical modes
required by college professors and encountered on the SAT: personal
narrative, descriptive essay, thesis–subpoint essay, and summary/
response. Note: This credit course is
designed to supplement the regular English Program and may not be
used to fulfill a required English course at ANY grade level.
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DESIGNING & COMPUTER
DRAFTING (CADD) 1 #956
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: None.
This course uses principles of mechanical design and graphic design
as a technical language. Students will experience sketching, presentation
layout and technical drawing using both mechanical and computer
generated techniques as communication tools. The AutoCadd (CADD)
computer program will be used to enhance and improve both presentation
and computer designing techniques. This course is a prerequisite
for courses in engineering and architecture offered at the college
level.
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KEYBOARDING/WORD PROCESSING
#960
Tuition: $175
Open to students entering Grades 9–12.
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
NOTE: Class meets first 3 weeks of session (6/15 - 7/2/09)
only.
In this course students will learn proper computer keyboarding skills
and a word–processing program. Students will have an opportunity
to develop the skills to produce a high quality presentation using
the special features available to them with a modern processing
system. At the completion of the course, students will be tested
for competency rates and if successful will be given credit for
their keyboarding requirement for graduation at the 9–12 Grade
level.
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PERSONAL
HEALTH #958
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.)
Personal Health is a dynamic course designed to meet various needs
of teenagers. Units of study include personality, relationships,
values, sexuality, nutrition, diabetes and substance abuse as they
relate to today’s teens. Information is taught to students
in a variety of ways. Students are viewed as active learners with
a wealth of thoughts, opinions and questions waiting to be unleashed
via an active approach. Much of the learning occurs within the context
of cooperative groups. Students assume a major responsibility for
their own learning. Students are assessed on their ability to apply
the information and skill they have learned to integrated projects.
Career possibilities include public health work, counselor, social
work, Peace Corps, non–profit health organizations, military,
nutritionist and food related occupations.
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ART HISTORY, THEORY
& PRACTICE #950
Required for graduation. Open to students
entering Grades 9–12.
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.)
Art History, Theory & Practice is designed to provide students
with visual experiences that will improve their ability to perceive,
react to, and make judgments about the fine arts as well as their
everyday surroundings. Historical periods of Western art will be
covered through slide lectures, films, and video tapes. The art
of Hawai`i, as an integral part of Polynesian life, society and
culture, will also be studied. Studio projects will emphasize various
design and color theories, in addition to reinforcing specific art
historical units. The textbook utilizes the inter–disciplinary
approach of the course itself, integrating art history, art criticism
and art production. An art criticism term paper and a field trip
to the Honolulu Academy of Arts bring the added dimensions of critical
analytical writing and first hand experience. Art History, Theory
and Practice is a prerequisite for further studio courses, and provides
a solid foundation for college humanities courses.
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INTRODUCTION TO CONVERSATIONAL
HAWAIIAN #991
Open to students entering Grades 9–12.
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisites: None
This is a course for beginning Hawaiian language speakers. Students
who successfully complete the course will receive elective credit
which does not meet the two–year language requirement. The
primary emphasis will be on speaking skills with a focus on conversational
Hawaiian used in typical everday situations. Not for students who
have Hawaiian language fluency.
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ELEMENTARY HAWAIIAN 1 #944
Open to students entering Grades 9–12.
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Elementary Hawaiian 1 emphasizes skills in listening, reading, writing,
and speaking so that students can communicate effectively in various
situations which range from exchanging greetings to providing information
about the family, friends, school, etc. Hawaiian culture is integrated
throughout the course. Students intending to continue to the next
level should do so in the immediate next school year. It is recommended
that students keep all materials.
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ELEMENTARY HAWAIIAN 2 #946
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisites: Elementary Hawaiian 1 or Hawaiian
1B with a C grade or better and with teacher recommendation. A completed
Agreement Form, found in the back of this catalog, must be returned
to Mr. Pakele in the Counseling Office.
Elementary Hawaiian 2 continues to emphasize the four skill areas
of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Greater emphasis is
placed on accuracy of pronunciation, expanding vocabulary and learning
more complex grammatical structures in new situations that may be
culturally relevant.
Students who enroll in this course must also enroll
in Intermediate Hawaiian 3 next school year. Please have your child
see his/her counselor to discuss this and make any needed changes
to his/her class schedule for next year.
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INTERMEDIATE HAWAIIAN 3
#948
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisites: Elementary Hawaiian 2 with
a B– grade or better and with teacher recommendation. A completed
Agreement Form, found in the back of this catalog, must be returned
to Mr. Pakele in the Counseling Office.
Using the strong foundation of their first two years of study, Intermediate
Hawaiian students will focus on the development of strong oral skills.
Most of the class work is conducted in Hawaiian. Daily oral requirements
are expected of each student, mostly in the form of spoken presentations
in front of the class or individually with the teacher. Students
who enroll in this course must also enroll in Honors Hawaiian 4
next school year. Additionally, students may request to be placed
into a Papa Liuiliu (Hawaiian language homeroom). Please have your
child see his/her counselor to discuss this and make any needed
changes to his/her class schedule for next year.
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ELEMENTARY JAPANESE 1 #940
Open to students entering Grades 9–12.
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Elementary Japanese 1 was designed for those who have little or
no knowledge of the Japanese language. The content revolves around
the student’s school and family life: talking about such things
as his life, likes and dislikes, hobbies, family, daily routines,
leisure activities, school life, and health. Japanese proficiency
is developed through carefully designed information–sharing
activities. All four skills of speaking, listening, reading and
writing are simultaneously developed. The complete hiragana and
katakana syllabaries are taught for mastery and, in addition, some
elementary kanji are introduced. Culture is introduced as “fun
facts” within the framework of the chapter, and broader cultural
experiences are offered through special events such as culture day.
Students should keep all materials for reference. Students intending
to continue to Elementary Japanese 2 should do so in the immediate
next school year.
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ELEMENTARY SPANISH 1 #942
Open to students entering Grades 9–12.
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: None.
In this course, students develop skills necessary for effective
communication in Spanish in a variety of social situations. Situations
may include the everyday exchange of greetings or other courtesies,
making or responding to introductions or invitations, asking or
giving directions, and sharing information about oneself, one’s
family, friends or school, or about special interests such as food,
travel or entertainment, etc. In the process students will learn
appropriate vocabulary and necessary grammatical structures. They
will also learn about the people and countries where Spanish is
spoken. Students intending to continue to the next level should
do so in the immediate next school year. It is recommended that
students keep all materials.
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*SOCIAL
STUDIES
Important Note: Students are limited to earning
no more than three social studies graduation requirement credits
during the summer. For example, a student may take Hawaiian Culture
(one credit) one summer and World History (two credits) another
summer. A student may not take World History (two credits) one summer
and U.S. History (two credits) another summer. The administration
may approve exceptions to this policy for boarding students and
for students who need to make up social studies credits during the
summer. However, administrative approval must be received prior
to taking credits beyond the three–credit limit. If a student
exceeds the three credit limit without approval he/she will be required
to repeat the course during the regular school year.
HAWAIIAN CULTURE #972
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Entering Freshman standing.
He Meheuheu Mai nä Küpuna (Habits Acquired from
Ancestors)
Hawaiian Culture is a course designed to teach students about the
traditional culture and homeland of the Hawaiian people. Areas of
study include the physical environment, communications, origins,
religion, society/government, and economics of the native Hawaiian
people. Classroom activities help to develop the communication skills
of writing, researching, speaking as well as critical thinking skills.
Students will gain an increased awareness of Hawaiian cultural values
and will more clearly understand what it means to be Hawaiian in
a modern world. (*See note
regarding Social Studies courses.)
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WORLD HISTORY #978
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Entering Sophomore standing.
World History is a record of the adventures of humankind, both the
famous and the ordinary, throughout thousands of years. Emphasis
is placed on major themes: political change and economic development,
the influence of geography on cultures, the growth of science and
technology, the effect of contact between people of various countries,
and creativity in the arts. Students will examine these themes through
reading, writing and hands–on activities. (*See
note regarding Social Studies courses.)
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U.S. HISTORY #976
Tuition: $350
(7:45–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Entering Junior Standing.
This course emphasizes U.S. History in the 20th century. It combines
a traditional approach of cause and effect relationships presented
in chronological order with an interactive program of skill–oriented
tasks. Students will increase skills in writing, reading, listening,
and speaking as they learn about the origins and development of
America’s government, economy, society, and culture. To complement
the text, students will be engaged in problem–solving activities
in groups, and other skill–oriented tasks, that encourage
use of multiple intelligences to view, touch, interpret, and act
out historical events. To ensure that students become future participants
in the American political process, emphasis will be placed on understanding
important features of the structure and function of government,
and awareness of current issues. A standard research term paper/project,
with works cited, will enhance student’s critical thinking
and writing skills. (*See
note regarding Social Studies courses.)
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HAWAIIAN HISTORY #974
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Entering Junior or Senior standing.
A primary goal of the Hawaiian History course is to have students
understand how numerous historical circumstances people and events
affected previous generations of Hawaiians and how these circumstances,
people and events continue to influence their generation. The main
focus of this course begins with the rise of the Kamehameha Pai`ea
and continues through to our contemporary setting. Stressed throughout
the course are efforts of numerous Hawaiian leaders to improve the
standing of the Hawaiian nation for the Hawaiian people. Two related
goals of the course are to encourage students to become involved
in current issues and to be able to look at the world from both
western and Hawaiian perspectives. This will enable students to
seek opportunities for developing a better future for Hawai`i and
Hawaiians. (*See note regarding
Social Studies courses.)
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ECONOMICS #970
Tuition: $175
(7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.)
Prerequisite: Entering Junior or Senior standing.
Economics is a one–semester survey course that introduces
students to the basic microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts they
will encounter in introductory college economics courses and throughout
life. Economics is the study of choice. This course will assist
the student in critically analyzing his or her own choices, the
choices of consumers, the choices of producers, and the choices
of societies and governments at local, national and international
levels. Each student should achieve a level of economic literacy
sufficient to evaluate both current events and historical events
in economic terms. Students will demonstrate and apply their understanding
of economics by writing analysis papers and/or delivering oral presentations.
Each analysis will be an application of economic principles and
should demonstrate a comprehensive approach to economic problem
solving by including graphical analysis as well as intuitive verbal
explanations. Some basic mathematical skills will be necessary.
(*See note regarding Social
Studies courses.)
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HIGH
SCHOOL FITNESS #1010
Tuition: $200
(12:25–2:25 p.m.)
*High School Fitness is a 2–hour course
for those high school students who did not complete P.E. 1, 2, 3
or 4 for credit.
Emphasis is directed to aerobic fitness activities—primarily
running and swimming. Daily participation, a swimsuit, multipurpose
athletic shoes and comfortable clothing are required for this class.
Completion of the course is accomplished by completing a 10K (6
mile) run at the end of the six week session.
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PERFORMING
ARTS ACADEMY: BAND #9001
For students entering Grades 6-12.
Tuition: $400
(12:30–4:00 p.m.)
Beginning students are introduced to the different instruments,
learn basic musical concepts and theory and to read music. Advanced
students will refine their skills in music theory and learn to play
more difficult musical pieces.
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PERFORMING
ARTS ACADEMY: CHOIR #9002
For students entering Grades 6-12.
Tuition: $400
(12:30–4:00 p.m.)
Students will learn vocal technique, stage presence, pitch recognition
and singing in parts. They will also be introduced to basic theory.
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PERFORMING
ARTS ACADEMY: ORCHESTRA #9003
For students entering Grades 6-12.
Tuition: $400
(12:30–4:00 p.m.)
Students learn how to play or advance their abilities to play a
violin, viola, cello or bass. Emphasis is on position, tone development
and basic theory. This class is for beginning, intermediate and
advanced students.
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PERFORMING
ARTS ACADEMY: CONTEMPORARY DANCE #9004
For students entering Grades 6-12.
Tuition: $400
(12:30–4:00 p.m.)
Students will be introduced to various styles of dance including
ballet, hip hop, jazz and modern and learn basic dance terms, techniques
and choreography.
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PERFORMING
ARTS ACADEMY: HAWAIIAN ENSEMBLE #9005
For students entering Grades 6-12.
Tuition: $400
(12:30–4:00 p.m.)
Students will learn chords and strumming techniques to play the
‘ukulele, guitar or bass as well as how to sing popular Hawaiian
songs. Students will study both traditional and contemporary Hawaiian
music.
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PERFORMING
ARTS ACADEMY: DRAMA/ACTING #9006
For students entering Grades 6-12.
Tuition: $400
(12:30–4:00 p.m.)
Students will develop a basic understanding of acting techniques
and stage craft including pantomime, improvisation, voice and diction,
stage movement, text interpretation, rehearsal techniques and Shakespeare.
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PERFORMING
ARTS ACADEMY: PAPA OLI & HULA #9007
For students entering Grades 6-12.
Tuition: $400
(12:30–4:00 p.m.)
Students will learn oli (chanting) and basic hula terms and steps.
Both traditional and contemporary Hawaiian hula will be studied.
Boys and girls classes are offered.
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PERFORMING
ARTS ACADEMY: PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE #9008
For students entering Grades 6-12.
Tuition: $400
(12:30–4:00 p.m.)
Beginning students will be exposed to basic techniques in snare
drum, keyboard mallets, timpani and drum set. Advanced students
will be exposed to drum set independence, more complex rhythm patterns
and more challenging musical pieces.
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