Reading
#500 |
Writing
Tools for Upper Elementary Students #505 |
Creative
Writing 5/6 #512 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 Students will be exposed to various forms of creative writing including: poetry, plays, short stories and journalism. Homework will be assigned. Computer knowledge is helpful. BACK |
Mind
Benders, Word Games & Puzzle Solving #515 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 A great way to develop problem solving techniques and word knowledge in a fun and interesting environment. Students will learn logical approaches to solving word and math problems in a non threatening and entertaining game like environment. The techniques learned can be used in a variety of classes encountered during the course of the regular school year to improve a student’s performance BACK |
Math
Enrichment #520 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 This course is designed for students who wish to improve their math skills but who are proficient with addition, multiplication, subtraction and division facts from 1-12. In addition students must know double digit multiplication as well as double and triple digit addition and subtraction. Students will be tested on the first day of class. BACK |
Computer
Applications #545 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 This class is designed to challenge students having prior computer experiences similar to Beginning Computer Applications course. The course will include more challenging applications of desktop publishing, outlining, database access and retrieval, spreadsheets and charts, graphics, multimedia project development, internet access, basic web page development, and keyboarding. Students will learn computer skills that will serve as a resource for their more demanding school work. BACK |
Elementary
Science Lab #550 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 Students learn the basic science skills of observation, classification, measurement, communication, prediction and inference about things around them. Students gain an awareness of their world through scientific thinking and the enjoyment of science through experimentation and projects. BACK |
Voyagers
#555 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 This 2–hour course will focus on Polynesian Voyaging and Navigation, past and present. Voyaging canoes will be used as a vehicle for an integrated curriculum. This is an enrichment course where grade level reading, writing, and cooperative group skills are necessary. Hands–on field experiences are incorporated into this program to enhance classroom learning. An awareness of the values found in our Hawaiian culture will be emphasized throughout. BACK |
Marine
Science #557 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $340 In this course students will study the unique and fragile marine ecosystems of our islands. In the oceanography portion tides, beach and wave formation will be explored. The plants and animals that inhabit our sea will be studied in the marine biology portion. Conservation of our ocean resources will be taught through Hawaiian values. BACK |
Hawaiian
Studies #560 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 This course includes activities in Hawaiian language, culture, music (‘ukulele, chant, choral) and dance (hula). Hawaiian values: aloha, kökua, laulima, lökahi and kuleana are practiced in the context of classroom discussions, student reading, music and activities. BACK |
Hawaiian
Language #565 |
Learn
How To Study #570 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 Students will learn effective techniques of why, when and how to study during class and at home. Lessons include listening, reading, and writing skills, problem solving, time management, note taking, library research skills, outlining and preparation for teacher–written and standardized tests. BACK |
Beginning
Gymnastics #620 (7:45–9:35 a.m. only) Tuition: $170 Students will learn basic gymnastic skills of tumbling, trampoline, side horse vaulting, and floor exercise. In addition, girls will learn uneven parallel bars and balance beam, while boys will learn pommel horse, high bar, rings and parallel bars. Students will perform an exhibition toward the end of the summer. BACK |
Intermediate
Gymnastics #800 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 Open to students in grades 5–8, with a minimum of two continuous years of experience or permission of instructor. Students will learn intermediate to advanced gymnastics skills in tumbling, side horse vaulting and floor exercise. In addition, girls will learn uneven parallel bars and balance beam and boys will learn pommel horse, high bar, rings and parallel bars. Students should have at least two continuous years in gymnastics or permission of instructor. Students will perform an exhibition toward the end of the summer. BACK |
Beginning
Tennis #630 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 Students will learn the game of tennis, the rules, etiquette, and the different strokes. Tennis games will be played within instructional groups. Racquets and balls are provided. However, students may bring their own racquet. Group instruction will emphasize fun and good sportsmanship. BACK |
Sports
Activities #640 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $170 Students improve their skills in team and individual sports in the following sports activities: racquetball, basketball, softball, wallyball, flag football, soccer, swimming and volleyball. Emphasis is placed on sportsmanship and an individual’s contribution to team success. BACK |
Kitchen
Fun #650 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $200 Students will learn basic nutrition, food, and kitchen safety. They will learn the basic techniques of the preparation of meals and snacks through observation and "hands-on" activities. BACK |
Creative
Learning (or How to be a Weather Wiz-Kid) #660 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $340 This 4 hour course gives students the opportunity to explore weather and meteorology. This course is unique in its multiple intelligence approach. It includes language arts (writing, vocabulary and reading comprehension) and performing arts, (drama, dance and music). Math and science are also covered through investigation, data collection and interpretation. Creative and critical thinking skills are incorporated into the course along with cooperative learning. Students will write, produce and present an original content based dramatic production. Open to students who have demonstrated achievement in language arts (B average or better) and a willingness to use all modes of learning. This is an enrichment course and not meant to be remedial. BACK |
| Advanced
Band #770 (7:45–9:35 a.m. only) Tuition: $200 This course permits the student to explore the advanced concepts of fingering, tone development, music reading and technical development. Open to students entering grades 6 – 8, with one year or more experience. BACK |
| Beginning
Strings #575 (9:55–11:45 a.m. only) Tuition: $200 Students learn to play a violin, viola, cello or bass. Emphasis is on position, tone development, technical development and basic theory. This class is designed for the student who has little or no previous experience with strings. BACK |
Beginning
Hula #1025 (12:25–1:25 p.m. and 2:45–3:45 p.m. only) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 2 and up Ancient and modern hula will be taught. Students may be required to bring their own instruments and a portfolio for handouts. BACK |
Intermediate
Hula #1026 (1:35–2:35 p.m. only) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 3 and up with one year or more experience Students will increase and refine the skills and knowledge learned in beginning hula. Instruction will be at a faster pace. Ancient and modern hula will be taught. Students may be required to bring their own instruments and a portfolio for handouts. BACK |
Creative
Movement #1082 (2:45–3:45 p.m.) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 5 - 6 An excellent opportunity to build physical, mental, and emotional strength in an energized setting. The focus will be on developing flexibility, body alignment and coordination through warm–ups, exercises and across–the–floor drills. Students will also learn to work with rhythms and tempos through a wide range of musical styles by applying various interpretations of expression. BACK |
Beginning
Swimming #1030 (12:25–1:25 p.m. or 1:35–2:35 p.m. or 2:45–3:45 p.m.) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 1 and up This class is for the non–swimmer. Students will learn basic arm and leg movements and survival in or around water. Floating, treading, and swimming in deep water must be mastered for students to receive a Red Cross card. BACK |
Adv.
Beginning Swimming #1031 (12:25–1:25 p.m. or 1:35–2:35 p.m. or 2:45–3:45 p.m.) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 1 and up Students will increase the skills and knowledge achieved in beginning swimming. Front crawl, elementary backstroke, underwater swimming, survival stroke and swimming 25 yards in deep water will be mastered. Students will also be introduced to water safety, safe water entries, and waterpolo. BACK |
Intermediate
Swimming #1032 (12:25–1:25 p.m. or 1:35–2:35 p.m. or 2:45–3:45 p.m.) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 2 and up Prerequisite: Completion of advanced beginning course. Students should be capable of swimming 100 meters without stopping. They must be capable of treading water and performing a survival float for two minutes each Students will be perfecting their skills in freestyle (front crawl) and backstroke through new stroke drills and techniques. They will also be introduced to breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, surface dives, rescue swims and entries, long, shallow dives, entering from a height, underwater swimming and breathing patterns. Passing this course meets the KS swimming proficiency requirement. BACK |
Advanced
Swimming—Guard Start #1033 (2:45–3:45 p.m. only) Tuition: $115 Prerequisite: Successful completion of the intermediate course. For students entering grades 2 and up This course teaches basic water rescue skills and water safety awareness. Swimming fitness and the use of training aids will be introduced. The student is offered the opportunity to develop personal skills in all styles of swimming and to increase safe enjoyment of aquatic activities. Perfection of strokes and building up of endurance are emphasized. Course will not lead to certification. BACK |
Beginning
‘Ukulele #1020 (12:25–1:25 p.m. or 1:35–2:35 p.m.) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 3 – 8 Students learn basic chords, strumming techniques, Hawaiian songs and meanings. Basic rudiments of music are also introduced. ‘Ukulele are provided. BACK |
Intermediate
‘Ukulele #1021 (2:45–3:45 p.m. only) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 3 – 8 with one year or more experience This course will review basic chords and strumming techniques. Students will have an opportunity to refine skills learned in beginning ‘ukulele while learning more advanced techniques. BACK |
Keiki
Karaoke #1072 |
Beginning
Tennis #1040 (2:45–3:45 p.m. only) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 3 and up Basic tennis rules and tennis skills will be taught. Fitness and conditioning will be developed. Tennis games will be played within instructional groups. Racquets and balls will be provided; however, students may bring their own racquets. Group instruction will emphasize fun and good sportsmanship. BACK |
Intermediate
Tennis #1041 (12:25–1:25 p.m. or 1:35–2:35 p.m.) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 5 and up Further develop skills learned in beginning tennis, gain on-court experience and practice match play strategies. BACK |
Gymnastics
#1045 (12:25–1:25 p.m. or 1:35–2:35 p.m. or 2:45–3:45 p.m.) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 3 – 8 Students will be tested at the beginning of the session to determine their ability level. Those without previous gymnastic experience will learn basic skills of tumbling, trampoline, side horse vaulting, and floor exercise. In addition, girls will learn uneven parallel bars and balance beam, while boys will learn pommel horse, high bar, rings and parallel bars. Students with one to two years’ experience will build upon their skills in the same areas. Class size is limited to 15 students. BACK |
Physical
Education #1050 (12:25–1:25 p.m. or 1:35–2:35 p.m. or 2:45–3:45 p.m.) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 4 – 6 Students will improve their skills in both team and individual sports in various games, such as volleyball, basketball and soccer. Students will be grouped by age or grade as class size permits. BACK |
Volleyball
and Basketball #1051 (12:25–1:25 p.m. or 1:35–2:35 p.m. or 2:45 - 3:45 p.m.) Tuition: $115 **For students entering grades 5 – 6 Students will learn the rules, develop the skills and practice the strategies needed to participate in the team sports of volleyball and basketball. Emphasis will be on developing volleyball and basketball skills. BACK |
Fun
With Hawaiian Crafts #1062 (12:25–1:25 p.m.) Tuition: $125 **For students entering grades 5 – 6 Students will have fun with Hawaiian arts and crafts through hands-on activities and visual instructions. Basic skills of lei making, lauhala weaving, painting, tapa pounding/printing and other crafts will be taught. Students will also learn the other uses of the Hawaiian plants and materials that they use in their fun projects. BACK |
Art
#1065 (12:25–1:25 p.m. or 1:35–2:35 p.m. or 2:45 –3:45 p.m.) Tuition: $125 **For students entering grades 4 – 6 Students will gain an understanding of basic art concepts and will have the opportunity to work on projects in graphic arts, painting, and crafts. BACK |