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What is Ho‘omāka‘ika‘i?

‘O ke kahua ma mua, ma hope ke kūkulu, “First the foundation, then the building”

A one-week boarding program at Kamehameha’s Kapālama campus that centers on foundational themes and activities such as Hawaiian values, mele, hula, Hawaiian crafts, and much more.  The curriculum and program activities are focused on creating a foundation for future learning; for many students this may be their introduction to Hawai‘i’s unique indigenous culture.  Participants go on field trips to places like Ka waha o ka manō (Kāne‘ohe Bay), ka loko i‘a o Loko Ea (fishpond), Ka Papa Lo‘i O Punalu‘u, and Mauna‘ala (the Royal Mausoleum).  On Friday evening, parents are invited to a ho‘olaule‘a (celebration) to see what their keiki have learned.

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When?

June 14 – July 23, 2010 (6 one-week sessions)

Who may apply?

Students who will complete grade 5 this June and are not currently enrolled full-time at a Kamehameha campus.  Applicants must be able to fully participate in the program and be first-time participants in the program.

What does it cost?

The cost to the parent/guardian is $120.00.  Fee waiver available.

How does a learner apply?

Parents must complete and submit the application and medical form to the Admissions Department. Learners will not be registered in a session until all forms are completed and received.  The application form will be available beginning January 4, 2010.  Please contact the Admissions Department at (808) 842-8800 or toll free at 1-800-842-4682 extension 8800 to request an application.

KS reserves the right to make early enrollment decisions.

Preference Policy

http://www.ksbe.edu/datacenter/