Pre–Algebra for High School #901 |
Basic
Algebra I #902 |
Algebra I #904 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 Prerequisite: KS students may enroll with Department Head approval only. Credit 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. 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. BACK |
Geometry #906 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 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.. BACK |
Algebra II #907 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 Prerequisite: KS students may enroll with Department Head approval only. Credit 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. 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, conic sections and logarithms. Please note: For KS students, Algebra II taken in Summer School does not fulfill the prerequisite for Pre-Calculus. BACK |
College Algebra #908 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) College Algebra meets 4 hours daily the first 3 weeks of summer school for one KS credit. Tuition: $175 Prerequisite: C grade or better in Algebra II. This course is designed to aid the student in mastering algebra beyond the Algebra II level. Some of the topics covered in Algebra II will be revisited and expanded. Algebra topics that were not covered in Algebra II due to time constraints will be covered. Areas of study may include functions, solution of equations, graphing techniques, complex numbers, equations of conic sections, exponents and logarithms, sequence and series and advanced counting techniques. Students interested in pursuing careers that require strong backgrounds in mathematics will find this course helpful in preparing them for the Calculus level courses that they will be required to take in college. Each student is expected to provide his/her own scientific calculator. BACK |
Trigonometry #909 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Trigonometry meets 4 hours daily the last 3 weeks of summer school for one KS credit. Tuition: $175 Prerequisite: C grade or better in Algebra II. Trigonometry is the study of circular functions and of relationships with triangles. This course is designed to give the student a background in trigonometry and will complete the sequence of college preparatory mathematics. It will help prepare students who are interested in pursuing a career in engineering, science, medicine, or any other field requiring a very strong mathematics background and for the Calculus level courses that they will be required to take in college. BACK |
Concepts
in Biology #986 (Class: 7:45–11:45 a.m.) (Lab: T/TH 12:30-2:30) Tuition: $400 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. BACK |
CHEMCOM Chemistry #914 (Class: 7:45–11:45 a.m.) (Lab: T/TH 12:30-2:30) Tuition: $400 Prerequisite: Grades 10–12. C grade or better in Algebra 1. 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. BACK |
CHEMS Chemistry Gr. 10 #1109 , Gr. 11–12
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Conceptual Physics #916 (Class: 7:45–11:45 a.m.) (Lab: T/TH 12:30-2:30) Tuition: $400 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. BACK |
Marine
Science #912 (Class: 7:45–11:45 a.m.) (Lab: T/TH 12:30-2:30) Tuition: $400 Prerequisite: C grade or better in Biology. This course is divided into two sections. The first section is entitled “Oceanography” and deals with the physical and chemical aspects of the ocean. This section also introduces ecological principles and man’s impact on the environment. The second section called “Marine Biology” covers the living aspects of the ocean in great detail. The structure and functions of all marine biota are studied as well as the tenets of aquaculture. This course is highly activity–oriented with many laboratory and field activities. It also includes seamanship and navigation practicals. BACK |
Speech Communication #930 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $175 Prerequisite: Successful completion of KS Speech 8, or for students entering 9th or 10th grade and teacher recommendation. This course to develop basic communication skills including the ability to: think critically, research for speech information, organize information 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. BACK |
Advanced Speech Communication #932 (7:45–9:35 am or 9:55–11:45 am) Tuition: $175 Prerequisite: Speech Communication. Open to students entering Grades 11 and 12. This course is designed to expand students’ 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. BACK |
9th Grade English #927
(9:55–11:45 a.m. only) Tuition: $175 Preference given to KS students. This course is for students in grades 9 and 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. BACK |
10th Grade English #928 (7:45–9:35 a.m. only) Tuition: $175 Preference given to KS students. This course is for students in grades 9 and 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. BACK |
Power Reading/Writing #923 (7:45 - 9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $175 Prerequisite: Open to students entering grades 10-12 Students will practice both critical reading and writing in the different academic disciplines they will encounter in college. They learn to recognize and refute logical fallacies in order to evaluate and to respond to written materials in a logical systematic manner. 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: personal narrative, descriptive essay, thesis-subpoint essay, and summary/response. Note: This is a credit course designed to supplement the regular English Program and may not be used to fulfill a required English course at ANY grade level . BACK |
Designing
& Computer Drafting (CADD) 1 #956 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 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. BACK |
Keyboarding/Word
Processing #960 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $175 Prerequisite: None. Open to students entering grades 9–12. In this course students will learn proper computer keyboarding skills and a word-processing program. Students will learn to: center material, both vertically and horizontally; type letters and tables; arrange book reports and term papers with endnotes and footnotes; and correct typographical errors. To accomplish these objectives, the course will include special features of a word–processing program such as editing, copying, page and line formatting, footnotes, and spell check. BACK |
| Technology
Preparation #961 (7:45-11:45a.m.) 3 weeks in length- 6/12-6/30/06 Tuition: $175 Prerequisite: open to students entering grades 9-11 **This course meets 4 hours daily the first 3 weeks of summer school. This course does not fulfill the KS keyboarding requirement. Only elective credit will be given. This is a survivor course for students on how to use some of the most popular media and technology programs. Most courses offered on high school campuses require the use of some form of technology. This course is designed to help students become familiar with the many software programs that they will encounter in high school. Introductions to Microsoft Word, Studio MX, power point presentations, surfing the net, and using e-mail will be explored in a safe and friendly classroom environment. BACK |
Personal
Health #958 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $175 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. BACK |
Art History, Theory & Practice #950
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Elementary Hawaiian 1 #944 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 Prerequisite: None. Open to students entering grades 9–12. 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. BACK |
Elementary Hawaiian 2 #946 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 Prerequisite: 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. BACK |
Intermediate Hawaiian 3 #948 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 Prerequisite: 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. After acquiring the basic vocabulary and grammatical structures in the previous two years, Intermediate Hawaiian students are introduced to poetic as well as narrative literature that the student will be able to read, translate, and discuss. Most of the class work is conducted in Hawaiian. Students who enroll in this course must also enroll in Honors Hawaiian 4 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. BACK |
Elementary Japanese 1 #940
(7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 Prerequisite: None. Open to students entering grades 9–12. 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. BACK |
Elementary Spanish 1 #942 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 Prerequisite: None. Open to students entering grades 9–12. 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. BACK |
Hawaiian
Culture #972 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $175 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. BACK |
World
History #978 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 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. BACK |
U.S.
History #976 (7:45–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $350 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, thatencourage 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. BACK |
Hawaiian
History #974 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $175 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. BACK |
Economics
#970 (7:45–9:35 a.m. or 9:55–11:45 a.m.) Tuition: $175 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. BACK |
High School
Fitness #1010 |
| 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 |
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 |
Kanikapila &
Choral Singing #1024 |
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 |
Movie
Magic #1066 |
| 3D
Animation #1067 (12:25–2:35 p.m.) Tuition: $230 For students entering grades 8 and up. 3D animation is all around us on TV, and in movies and games. 3D animation and modeling are increasingly used in business, science and advertising. In this class students will learn to model 3D objects and characters, to create 3D scenes and to move their creations through space and time. Students will print still digital images and render QuickTime movies of their animations. Students will be using professional Maxon Cinema 4D XL software. BACK |
Ceramics:
Introduction to Wheel Throwing #1075 (2:45–3:45 p.m.) Tuition: $125 **For students entering grades 7–12. Non–credit This course is designed to be an enjoyable introduction to using the potter’s wheel. No prior experience in clay is required. Students will learn basic wheel throwing techniques in order to make bowls, vases, cups, plates and other functional items. Students also learn a variety of glazing techniques to decorate their creations. Creativity, skill development and craftsmanship will be emphasized. Students should be ready to have fun, be creative and get dirty. This is an enrichment class and as such, is not designed to cover the same material as the semester–long Ceramics Studio class taught during the regular school year. BACK |
Kumu
Lecture Series I #6006 Online with 2 face-to-face field trips on Saturday. Tuition: $175 **For students entering grades 9–12. Non–credit course. This interdisciplinary course provides learners with the opportunity to interact and learn about he Hawaiian value, "Mälama," meaning to "take care," from a variety of perspectives. Teachers from a wide range of subject areas including Hawaiian culture, Hawaiian History, Health, English, and Technology, will focus their curriculum on the integration of mälama and ÿIke Hawaiÿi. Students will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on field experience and learn about mälama by participating in field trips. BACK |
Hawaiian
Pacific Literature 9A #990 Online with 1 face-to-face field trip on Saturday. Tuition: $175 **For students entering grades 9–12. (English credit) This course is designed to expose learners to a wide range of tradtional to contemporary Hawaiian Pacific Literature texts from Native Hawaiian to Maori. A wide range of genres will be explored from prose, poetry, non-fiction, fiction, essays and via a multitude of medias. Learners will be engaged and inspired to discover their own voice with respect to their personal histories, cultures, perspectives and experiences. BACK |
Hawaiian
Culture #972 Online with 1 face-to-face field trip on Saturday. Tuition: $175 **For students entering grades 9–12. (Social Studies credit) Ua lehulehu a manomano ka ÿikena a ka Hawaiÿi. Great and numerous is the knowledge of the Hawaiians (ÿOlelo Noÿeau 2814). This course will provide students with a general understanding of the culture of the Hawaiian people. The focus will be on traditional culture and society. Units of study include migration, voyaging, origin, geology, ecology, land division, fishing and farming, religion, society, chiefs, and recreation. BACK |