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FEATURING our CHILDREN’S GARDEN, FARM GOLF, and FLOWER U-PICK OPEN DAILY! Stop by and visit us!

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magazine OUR KEIKI Homemade Gifts & Crafts 8 Kula Harvest Festival 8 Teach Your Keiki To Be Charitable 10 Alexander Academy of Performing Arts’ Holiday of Dance 10 Best Educational Apps for Kids 12 Assets Learning Center 12 Encouraging Self-Learning 14 Ulupalakua Holiday Tree Lighting 14 Is Your Child Acting Out? 16 Teaching Household Responsibility 18 New Shanghai Circus at MACC 18 Peer Pressure Today 20 MAPA’s Musical About Bullying 20 The Ultimate Baby Shower 22 Hui No’eau’s Preschool Arts Program 22 Inspired Ideas for Your Keiki 24 St. Joseph’s Early Learning Center 24

ALL IN THE ‘OHANA Improve Your Child’s Memory 26 Holiday Cheer at Maui Mall 26 Glowing Skin for the New Year 28

Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra’s Music of the Heart 28 Hassle-Free Holidays 30 Haleakala Waldorf’s Holiday Faire 30 Tips for Being on Time 32 Holiday Pet Fair 32 Reading is Thinking 33 Maui Preparatory Academy Gala 33

OUR KUPUNA Give the Gift of ‘Ohana 34 Support Hospice Maui 34

MAUI HAPPENINGS Maui School Guide 38 Maui Family Magazine Calendar 54 Party Page 70 RIKI’S Keiki Korner 71

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808.878.8381 EDITORS COVER PHOTOGRAPHY Many Mahalos to Patrick Shipman Baby Hawaii Photography for Nicole Shipman Jennifer Poppy this issue’s cover.

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SHOP FOR A CAUSE NOVEMBER 7 | 11AM–3PM 10% of our store’s sales during the event will benefit The Maui Humane Society.

The Maui Humane Society’s mission is to protect and save the lives of Maui’s animals.

We at Maui Family Magazine want to inform, celebrate and participate in the nurturing and guidance of Maui’s children.

We explore ways for parents to spend quality time with their children while also giving them information on health, safety and education. Maui Family Magazine is printed quarterly as Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter editions.

No part of this magazine may be reproduced in part or in whole without the written permission of the publisher. All submitted materials become the property of Maui Family Magazine. Mahalo! Copyright 2015 All Rights Reserved.

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Our Keiki News • Trends • Tips Homemade Gifts for the Holidays

Free, family-friendly fun on the first Saturday of each month!

As the holiday season approaches, the stress of finding the “perfect gift” for your loved ones may begin to seep into your life. Instead of fighting the crowds at the mall, why not make gifts instead? Here are some ideas: Homemade Men’s Shaving Cream Supplies: 1/2 c Coconut Oil, 1/2 c Shea Butter, 1/4 c Almond Oil, 2 tsp. Vitamin E Oil, 1-1/2 Tbsp.

Baking Soda, 10–15 drops Essential Oil of your choice. Recommended scents include sandalwood, peppermint, and rosemary or eucalyptus.

Directions: Melt shea butter and coconut oil in a pot. Stir in almond oil, viatmin E oil and essential oils. Place in refrigerator until mixture is almost solid. Remove from refrigerator, add baking soda, and then use a mixer to whip until light and fluffy.

Store in a small airtight container.

Lavender Sachets Supplies: Fabric, Coordinating Thread, Sewing Needle, Dried Lavender Flowers.

Directions: Cut a 12” by 6” rectangle of fabric.

Fold the fabric in half, inside-out, and secure with pins. Sew a seam around the open ends, leaving about 2” open on one side. Turn right-side-out.

Make a funnel out of cardstock and use that to fill your sachet with the dried lavender flowers until almost full. Fold open seams inward, and machine or hand sew shut.

Hot Chocolate Spoons Supplies: Disposable Wooden Spoons, Wax Paper, Miniature Marshmallows, Peanut Butter, White Chocolate, Semi-Sweet Chocolate, Coconut Flakes, Crushed Candy Canes.

Directions: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate, white chocolate and peanut butter separately.

Stir it quickly. Dip a wooden spoon in one of the melted chocolates or peanut butter, and lay it on wax paper. Before it hardens, top with ingredients of your choice. Optional flavors include chocolate drizzled with peanut butter, white chocolate with crushed candy canes, chocolate with marshmallows, etc. Allow them to harden completely on wax paper.

Then wrap the hot chocolate spoons in treat bags, and secure with a ribbon. JP

28TH Annual Kula Harvest Festival 2015

Join us for free arts, crafts and educational fun each month (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.) designed for children in kindergarten through 5th grade.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST // 9AM–3PM // KULA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Join the Kula community for a spectacular event on the slopes of Haleakala surrounded by extraordinary ocean and mountain views. Kula Elementary School’s annual fundraiser’s mission is to raise money for important enrichment programs. Come and enjoy live entertainment, Market Street, showcasing extremely talented local crafters, Pony Rides, Hay Rides, Silent Auction, Restaurant Row, fresh great food, a special guest presentation by Maui Ocean Center with live marine life and so much more! Great time for everyone!

The Kula Harvest Festival is Kula Elementary’s only annual fundraiser that raises funds for the students’ enrichment programs. Please join us for a fun filled day!

Shop, dance and play in support of Maui’s amazing Keiki! See you there!

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Our Keiki giving

Teach Your Keiki to be Charitable • Volunteer at the Maui Humane Society, giving needy animals the love and attention they need.

• Help make a “Blessing Bag” that can be given to a local homeless shelter or the homeless, themselves. Things to put in the gallon-size Ziploc bag can include: a mini water bottle, band-aids, baby wipes, hand sanitizer, wash cloth, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, sunscreen, lip balm, granola bars, tuna packs, trail mix, etc.

• Help make a “Bedtime Bag” for children staying at a local shelter. Items to include can be: a stuffed animal, blanket, book and toothbrush. t’s never too early to teach your children to be Also, drawing a picture and writing a kind note givers. There are many ways you can serve others would be thoughtful. in the community as a family, while also making memories with your children that will last a lifetime. • Volunteer with you to help clean up local beaches and parks.

If you are looking for ways to help your children be more charitable, here are a few suggestions: • Help you cook a meal for a family in need, then • Color a picture to give to community helpers, such deliver it together. as firemen, police officers, postal workers, teachers, • Set aside a portion of their chore money, and etc. Delivered along with freshly baked cookies then donate it to a local nonprofit. would be an added bonus!

As you teach your child to be generous, you will • Donate books to a local school or library. give them a tool that will take them far in life: the understanding that it is far better to give than to • Help collect canned goods for Feed My Sheep or receive. JP the Maui Food Bank.

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Alexander Academy of Performing Arts: Holiday of Dance SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19TH // 11AM, 12:30PM, & 2PM ALEXANDER ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS STUDIOS, KULA The upcountry dance studio will hold its annual community performance, Holiday of Dance, at the AAPA studios located behind the Kula Community Center.

Dancers of all ages will perform classical variations from the Nutcracker ballet, along with festive contemporary and musical theater dance pieces.

This 45-minute show is a wonderful opportunity for fans to enjoy a holiday community performance, for current students to share what they have learned, and for prospective students to see the variety of classes on offer at the donation-based studio.

Suggested donations of $5–10 per attendee per show; lap children under 2 are free. Concessions will be sold as a fundraiser for the studio’s full-length production in the summer. For more information, visit www.alexanderacademy.info or call (808) 878-8970.

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Our Keiki Technology

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The Best Educational Apps for Kids

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ace it: portable internet devices are here to stay, and our kids are fond of them. Screen time for kids becomes more palatable when we know they’re learning something at the same time. But sorting through the thousands of learning apps out there to find the ones that work, can be a trick.

That’s why we’re sharing a few recommendations for both Android and Apple devices.

Math Apps Motion Math (ages 1-11): Offers over a dozen apps, each focused on a different age group (Hungry Guppy for ages 5 and under) or a different skill (Fractions!). Kids simulate experiences from feeding fish to running a bakery, all while learning math concepts, which makes the apps both engaging and educational. Motion Math apps can be bought separately or as a bundle.

Language Arts Writing Wizard (ages 5 and under): Help your child learn handwriting with Writing Wizard. Kids trace letters, and hear letter names and phonetic pro-

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nunciations. Parents can add their own words and choose from 5 fonts, customizing the letter size to suit their child’s progress. Includes printable worksheets and shape tracing for toddlers.

Rory’s Story Cubes or Story Dice (ages 3+): These inexpensive storytelling apps use dice with images in place of numbers. Roll one, two or more cubes to establish story parameters. They can be used for oral stories with preschoolers, writing games for grade schoolers, or even creative writing prompts with high schoolers. A fun, flexible, virtual version of the popular dice sets.

Science and Social Science Britannica Kids (ages 8+): While the Encyclopaedia Britannica’s apps are pricier (usually $4.99), they offer a wealth of articles and videos on a variety of topics. Kids can learn about the solar system, ancient Rome, volcanoes, presidents and more, depending on which app you choose.

Other Duolingo (all ages): This free app uses graphics and easy-to-repeat audio to teach basic language skills for 10 different languages. Skills are reinforced through repetition, and players don’t move on to the next module until they have successfully learned the previous, earning points to cash in at a virtual store. LK

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Our Keiki EDUCATION

Encouraging Self-Learning for Academic Success

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ne skill essential to children’s academic success is the ability to learn on their own.

While teachers and parents play a key role in a child’s development, educational activities that encourage self-learning are equally important.

Learning independently inspires children to become more confident, and nurtures critical thinking and analytical skills. Giving children time to learn on their own allows them to tap in to their natural curiosity and to explore in a way that more structured learning activities do not.

At its core, self-learning gives students the power to explore new concepts on their own, at their own pace. In a traditional classroom setting, activities move along at a pace that usually caters to the class as a whole, rather than to each individual student. Self-learning exercises

allow students to think critically and move on to more difficult exercises at their own speed.

In Kumon, students are given short incremental assignments that help them carry knowledge gained from previous lessons on to the next one.

The ultimate goal is for students to progressively build the knowledge and learning skills that will allow them to study above their grade level.

Students can then develop a more thorough understanding of a concept, while also gaining confidence in their problem-solving abilities.

Self-learning isn’t only tied to academic activities; children of any age are learning through life experiences every day. By promoting problem solving through play activities, you can promote your child’s self-learning ability. Any activity that taps in to your child’s ability to solve problems can promote independent learning.

When buying toys or games, consider those that have a problem-solving element and offer fun challenges to build your child’s sense of accomplishment. Solo craft projects and building projects are also great for supporting your child’s need for creative thought and exploration. LK

Annual Holiday Tree Lighting at Ulupalakua SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12TH // 4:30PM–7:30PM MAUIWINE AT ULUPALAKUA RANCH On December 12, the community is invited to celebrate the holidays with family and friends at the Second Annual Holiday Tree Lighting on the grounds of MauiWine at Ulupalakua Ranch. The lush and tall pine trees combined with that holiday “chill in the air,” makes upcountry the perfect location to bundle up and celebrate the holiday season. Admission is free, but attendees are requested to bring a can of non-perishable food as a donation to the Maui Food Bank. The holiday festivities are guaranteed to be memorable, with plenty of activities to enjoy, including lighting of a holiday-decorated tree, live entertainment, photos in front of the holiday tree, holiday crafts and activities for the keiki, outdoor cinema, sparkling toasts and warm holiday beverages, and treats and eats by Ulupalakua Ranch Store & Grill. The event starts at 4:30 pm, with the lighting of the holiday tree after sunset followed by a movie under the stars. The movie will be showcased on MauiWine’s outdoor pavilion. For more information, call 878-6058.

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Our Keiki FaMILY MATTERS

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your child. Discord and separation of parents can cause big feelings and confusion for children and is likely to result in some behavior changes. Counseling may be a good support.

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ehavior is often a child’s attempt to cope and your job is to do the detective work to find out what underlies the behavior change.

The following considerations are good places to start: Sleep Cycle: Your child may now have to get up earlier to go to school or may stay up later in order to get homework done. Maybe she has a hard time ‘winding down’ at nights to fall asleep. Toddlers need 12–14 hours per night, school-aged kids 10–12 hours and teens need 8–9 hours. Hours can’t be “banked” by sleeping more on the weekend.

Eating Cycle: A change in diet can have an impact on behavior. Perhaps your child is not ready to eat in the mornings before school and ends up waiting until lunch, or maybe he doesn’t eat a full school lunch. You’ll want to decrease long gaps between eating and pack snacks/lunches that give sustained energy.

Change in Primary Relationships: Your relationship provides the primary sense of security and attachment and less time together may result in changes in your child’s behavior.

When you have a demanding schedule, you want to carve out designated time daily with

Changes in Routine: Routine is the foundation for the child feeling like their world is predictable and secure. Changes in school, home or afterschool routines can underlie difficult behavior. A change may be as subtle as your child’s bus coming 15 minutes earlier, making the morning routine rushed and chaotic. A substitute teacher or rotating schedule may feel disorganizing for your child.

Stressors: Positive stressors could be an exciting trip, event or visitor. Negative stressors may include an upcoming test, homework demands or difficulty with social life at school. Decreasing stressors as well as increasing physical activities and breaks may improve behavior.

Illness: When your child doesn’t feel well, it may show through behavior. Allergies, for example, can impact how alert vs. “in a fog” a child feels, which may have a snowball effect of impacting school performance and self-esteem.

Medication, even over the counter, can have side effects. If you see behavior changes that you suspect are related to physical discomfort, you may want to check in with your pediatrician.

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Our Keiki Responsibility

Teaching Your Keiki Household Responsibility We all want a welcoming, clean and comfortable home. However, keeping the house clean is easier said than done with busy little hands at home. Trying to do all of the housework on our own can be tough! It takes a lot more time to clean up than it does to mess up.

Enter, teaching our kids household responsibility. If we do everything for them as children, then they will be behind the curve when it’s time for them to make their own home. We don’t want our kids sent off to college not knowing how to do their laundry, pick up after themselves, or wash dishes after they eat. Their future roommates would not appreciate that at all. Here are a few ways we can teach our keiki household responsibility: 1. Start teaching children from a young age the importance of cleaning up after themselves.

Children as young as two years old are able to help with many things around the house.

A few ways they can help are by putting away their toys immediately after they play, helping to clear off the table after dinner, and even putting away some of their laundry as long as they can reach the drawers.

2. Use a timer and rewards to help your children get their chores done.

3. Set a good example by cleaning up after yourself because, as you know, more is caught than taught.

4. Work together to get the job done. For example, if you need to mop the floor, maybe your children can grab a rag and dry the floor behind you. Or, if you are sweeping, they can hold the dustpan. Young children love spending time with their parents, so doing chores together helps to get the job done and it also nurtures your relationship. JP

New Shanghai Circus MONDAY, JANUARY 18TH & TUESDAY, JANUARY 19TH // 4PM & 7:30PM CASTLE THEATER @ MAUI ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER China’s most daring acrobats, jugglers, balance artists, and contortionists return to Maui for the year’s grandest family spectacular. These highly skilled, rigorously trained and multitalented acrobats will enthrall you as they bend and twist with graceful movements to form living sculptures. Matched with innovative choreography, radiant lighting, enchanting scenery and powerful music, this beautifully orchestrated presentation of acrobatic skills leave the audience spellbound! Building on traditional Chinese acts, the artists of today’s New Shanghai Circus add layers of complexity and daring to bring new spectacular stunts and favorite jaw-droppers. Kids of all ages, from preschool to senior citizen, will enjoy these intrepid performers!

Tickets: $12; $25; $35 (plus applicable fees) On sale to MACC Members: Tuesday, December 8, 2015 On sale to Public: Tuesday, December 15, 2015

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Our Keiki Peer pressure

Peer Pressure Today & What You Can Do About It

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very tween and teen encounters peer pressure, but in an age where social media and texting provide constant connectedness with their friends, the challenge is amplified. How can you make sure that the desire to fit in or the need for approval doesn’t cause your child to engage in risky behavior?

What can you do to enable him or her to make good choices around friends?

First, remember that as a parent, you still have influence in your adolescent’s life – as much as he or she may lead you to believe otherwise. In fact, studies have found that authoritative parenting – where parents provide warm nurturing alongside clear boundaries and discipline – yields more independent-minded children who are better able to stand up for themselves.

To build a buffer for your child from the negatives of peer pressure, you may want to: • Keep the lines of communication open.

Appreciate your child for who he is and acknowledge the good choices he makes.

• Affirm independent thinking at home. Allowing your child to disagree with you prepares her to disagree with others. On the other hand, shutting down her opinions could set her up for accepting that same treatment from her peers. Learning how to respectfully disagree is a social skill that will serve her well in all of life.

• Role play. You know the types of situations you’re afraid your teen may face where he could be in a tough spot. Work with him on how he will respond, even as far as having specific phrasing in mind.

• Set boundaries for social media and cell phones.

Many problems occur late at night when teens are isolated in their rooms. Setting the expectation that screens will be turned off by a certain hour, and devices will be kept outside of teens’ bedrooms, gives kids not only a better night’s sleep, but also a respite from peer input.

Spending more time around those their own age and exerting independence, are necessary for adolescent development. And not all peer pressure is bad. But teens still need Mom and Dad to be there for them. LK

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Tea Time for Ogres, written by Maui playwright Derek Nakagawa with music by Marti Kluth, features four of Maui’s most talented performers – Dylan Bode, Kirsten Otterson, Derek Nakagawa and Kim Vetterli on keyboard. Classroom teachers have online access to grade-level study guides, with discussion guidelines and lesson plans that connect the concepts in the show to Common Core State Standards. Tea Time for Ogres runs November 5 to January 29. For more information, contact Tina Kailiponi, MAPA Educational Theatre Tour Coordinator, at tina@mauiacademy.org or 808-244-8760.

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Celebrating your friend’s pregnancy with a fun baby shower is a great way to help her begin (or continue) her journey of parenthood. Here are some tips for creating the ultimate baby shower for the expectant mom and her friends and loved ones.

• Ask guests to bring a children’s book with a personal note inscribed in the front inside cover, instead of a card. Their thoughts will be treasured for years to come in the baby’s library.

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• Have a buffet for the mom-to-be and guests to snack on as they arrive. Don’t make your guests wait for all of the gifts to be opened before eating.

• Have a box of diapers and markers displayed for guests to write fun notes on the back, for late-night diaper changes. Ask guests to write parenting advice, funny quotes, encouraging words, blessings, etc. to keep the sleepy parents inspired.

• Make it easy for your expectant mom to send thank you notes by having guests write their addresses on envelopes as they arrive.

• Ask someone to write down the name of the person who gave each gift to make it easy for the mom-to-be to remember who gave which item.

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• Make DIY baby onesies or baby bows for a fun activity that couples as a gift for the baby. Find inspiration on Pinterest for ways to create them.

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• Give each guest a little favor to take home. One fun idea would be to put popcorn in a clear goodie bag; then tie with a ribbon and attach a gift tag that says, “Ready to Pop!”

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• Be sure to include the mom-to-be’s favorite cake and punch! JP

Hui No’eau’s Preschool Arts Program The Hui’s Preschool Arts Program is a FREE program, made possible through a $15,000 grant from the Samuel N. and Mary Castle Foundation. This program brings preschool students, their chaperones and teachers to the Hui to participate in fun and interactive art lessons taught by Hui Teaching Artists.

Students are guided through a gallery exhibition, experience various art media and tools in the Hui’s professionally equipped public studios, view artist demonstrations, and create a work of art to bring home.

Field Trips are two hours in duration plus any additional time for the group to explore, play or enjoy a picnic lunch on the grounds of the beautiful and expansive Kaluanui estate.

For more information about the program or to schedule your preschool’s field trip today, contact Katie Peterson at 808-572-6560, Ext. 33 or email katiep@huinoeau.com.

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Baby Keiki Montessori

Six MontessoriInspired Ideas for Young Children

By ALI GRIMES MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MAUI “Lessons learned early and often stay with a child for life.” - Dr. Maria Montessori 1. Create a peaceful ritual in the morning for waking up and in the evening before going to bed. If a child has a peaceful entry into her day, and a peaceful ending to her day, she is more likely to be able to maintain that sense of peace and self-awareness throughout the day. Storytelling and singing Sanskrit mantras are some of my favorite nighttime rituals with my boys. Singing or hugging them awake in the morning gives them a warm greeting into their day.

2. Learn about your child’s uniqueness! One of the important skills cultivated in Montessori teachers, is the ability to observe each of their students with an open and curious mind. We can do this as parents as well – get to know our children’s strengths and challenges, and be open to who they truly are, rather than boxing them in to being a certain way.

Tim Seldin, President of The Montessori Foundation, cites, “Maria Montessori assumed that children are born intelligent, they simply learn in different ways and progress at their own pace.”

3. Create an organized, child-accessible learning space in your child’s room, playroom, or even in the kitchen or living areas. Create one small section of the home as an organized work area for your small child. It can be one shelf, with a few books

and Melissa & Doug-type learning toys. These items, displayed openly in a child-sized work zone, inspire children to explore the materials.

4. Take daytime or nighttime walks with your child. Engage all five senses. Ask your child what they see, hear, feel (wind or sunshine against their skin), smell, and perhaps taste (if you take a break to drink water or eat a snack).

5. Expose your child to music and art. Don’t hesitate in sharing some of your artistic and musical passions with your children. It doesn’t have to be all kiddie music and artwork. They will enjoy learning about what you love, from you.

6. Take time to teach and model grace and courtesy. Although toddlers are not exactly in the most “graceful” periods of their lives, modeling good eye contact, polite greetings and farewells, and some basic manners will help them learn basic social etiquette from you.

Lastly, enjoy the ride! As someone once said to me, “The days are long, but the years are fast.”

St. Joseph’s Early Learning Center Christmas Craft Fair SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST // 7AM–2PM // 1294 MAKAWAO AVE., MAKAWAO Looking for unique gifts for that special person? Want to enjoy shopping with the whole family? St. Joseph Early Learning Center invites you to get in the spirit and enjoy a pre-season shopping extravaganza. Local vendors and crafters will have unique and creative items available for the gift giving season and your shopping pleasure.

Santa will be landing his sled for a visit at noon. Be sure to have your wish list and cameras ready. An array of ethnic foods will be available for purchase, live entertainment by Anthony Sardine, baked good items and the famous St. Joseph Parish malasadas will be featured.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Makawao! Join in the celebration on Saturday, November 21st from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Parish Gym at 1294 Makawao Avenue. Entry is $1.00. See you there!

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FAMILY & COMMUNITY

Ways to Improve Your Child’s Memory three and four numbers, your child will better remember pairs, trios and quartets of information.

One boy down the street may be named Joe, and his brother named Doug. But Joe-and-Doug is easier to recall.

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hen your child struggles with remembering things, especially when it relates to learning, they can become frustrated. But there’s hope.

Memorization is a skill that can be learned and improved, and there are many ways you can help.

One method is to give your child increasingly complex instructions. Rather than tell him to go make his bed in the morning, you could instruct him that you want him to make his bed, brush his teeth, and put away his pajamas. Then, when you see that he competently completes multiple tasks in a row, add one or two more elements. Increase the difficulty until following multiple steps comes naturally for him.

Assist your child by showing her how to chunk information into groups, rather than individual pieces. Much in the same way we can remember phone numbers by grouping them into sets of

Psychologists suggest using multiple senses when “encoding” or inputting information. Each sense follows a different pathway to the brain, so when the same information travels multiple paths, there are more routes for retrieving it later. This is why teachers often incorporate songs and movements in the classroom, and you can use them at home too. When your child struggles to remember facts or concepts, help him create motions to match.

For common facts such as states and capitals, you can often find songs online on sites such as www. songsforteaching.com.

Teach your child how to use mnemonic devices – those funny sayings and acronyms created just for memorizing tricky information. For instance, “Always Eat An Apple, Says A Nurse,” to remember the seven continents (Asia, Europe, Australia, Africa, South America, Antarctica, North America). Or, “The principal is your pal” for distinguishing between the homophones “principle” and “principal.”

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If one method doesn’t work, don’t give up. Keep trying until your child finds the memory tool that suits him best. LK

Holiday Cheer at Maui Mall Looking for some Holiday cheer? Lights, Christmas trees, and Santa bring a special feel throughout the mall. The 2015 season will be one of the best years yet, with The Easter Seals Hawaii Gingerbread Festival on December 5. In addition to this great event, all December long join community and high school bands for their winter concert performances.

Maui Academy of Performing Arts will also be performing a special Christmas program at Maui Mall. You can also catch Santa at the mall every Friday through Sunday after Thanksgiving. Stop in and get your picture taken with him; all keiki will receive a special gift from Santa. Bring the ‘ohana to Maui Mall this holiday season; there is guaranteed to be something for everybody.

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MOM • DAD • FAMILY • COMMUNITY

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Happy Holidays Without the Hassle When happy holidays become horrible headaches, something needs to give. A simple solution is to tweak a tradition, using one of these “tradition makeover” ideas.

Select a Substitute The Brakel family found an inventive way to display their Christmas ornaments when an out-of-town trip made their tradition of having a live tree impractical. Bruce Brakel and his daughters created a conical shape out of ribbons anchored to a spot on the ceiling, and weighted them down with bricks covered in wrapping paper, like gifts. Then they hung their ornaments along the strands of ribbon.

When considering a substitute, Brakel suggests thinking about which aspects of the old observance can be preserved.

“Take baby steps,” says Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Grant Stenzel. “Ease into it instead of being black and white; all or nothing.”

Go Radical – This Once Some years can be harder than others to keep up traditions – whether due to a move, a death in the family, or multiple challenges piling up. In those instances it may be best to forgo a tradition to remain sane.

But it doesn’t mean that will be easy. Traditions can feel sacred. After all, as Stenzel says, “Traditions are harder because we have such emotions tied to them – not just current, but emotions from our childhood.”

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Tag-Team It If one person is responsible for keeping the traditions going, but is overwhelmed, it might be time to enlist help for them. Evaluate which traditionmaking tasks can be passed on. Can you trust an older child to put up decorations? Would the other spouse be willing to take over addressing cards?

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As Catherine McNeil found out, buying holiday foods at the store instead of making them herself did not detract from her children’s experience of the holidays. “They don’t know or care whether I bought or made the Chex Mix,” she says.

Ultimately, recognize that perfection is unattainable and sanity is preferable. Do what you can. Let the rest go. LK

30th Anniversary Haleakala Waldorf Holiday Faire SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5TH // 9AM–4PM // Haleakala Waldorf School The Haleakala Waldorf School Holiday Faire is coming Saturday, December 5th, from 9 am to 4 pm!

Come upcountry to the Holiday Faire, Maui’s most festive holiday craft and fun fair, for a traditional holiday feast for the senses! Enjoy a day of amazing holiday shopping including over 75 of Maui’s best artisans, live entertainment all day, great food, delicious hand made baked goods, farmer’s market, traditional hands on craft activities like candle dipping, a beautiful Waldorf puppet show for the keiki, games and lots of fun for the whole family!

Admission is $3 for adults, and children under 12 are FREE ...don’t miss out on the 10 am elf parade where every child dressed as Santa’s helper will get a FREE gift!

Haleakala Waldorf School is located on Kula Highway, across from the Kula Post Office. Call 878-2511 or visit waldorfmaui.org for more info.

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MOM • DAD • FAMILY • COMMUNITY

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Tips for Being on Time

Reading

Reading is Thinking

By TANI Toprakci

your GPS destination or print out directions. Put everything by the door where you’ll see it. Being prepped for launch can eliminate the last-minute delays that frequently cause lateness.

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hether you tend towards being fashionably late or excessively tardy, punctuality is a skill you can pick up. Contrary to what many believe, punctuality is not about being controlled by the clock; rather, it is about being the master of your time.

Try one (or all) of these methods for being better in charge of your arrival: • Pad your departure time. Oftentimes tardiness results from underestimation. A ten-minute drive might not account for traffic or the extra time required to find a parking space. Make a habit of adding an extra five to ten minutes to your transit time.

• Put together the things you will need for departure, in advance. Gather your keys and sunglasses, set out your clothes the night before, and load

• Set reminder alarms on your smartphone. Admit it – sometimes you’re late because you got distracted by email, Facebook, or a chat with a friend. A repeating tone on your smartphone can be enough to set you back on track.

• On the other hand, you may be better off avoiding distraction in the first place. Try not to engage in distracting activities right before departure time. Unless you’re checking for one last text about a meeting, most of those activities can wait until later.

• Make stops/run errands after your scheduled event, not before. You may think that the stop at the dry cleaners will be a quick in-and-out, but don’t count on it, especially when you’re under a deadline to arrive somewhere.

• Always double-check your calendar. There’s nothing like arriving at 3:00 for a meeting that started at 2:00, to make you feel out of control. Making a habit of reviewing each day’s schedule first thing in the morning can head off any unintended delays. LK

When you read, are you just passing over the words or are you absorbing the content? What is the point of reading? We read to communicate, to entertain, to feel, to induce thought, to share and to understand ideas. When children learn to actively read, they access diverse and flexible thinking skills.

People often think of reading as phonetics and the ability to read fluently; but this is only a small part of the function of reading. We want our children to be meaning-makers when they read. This is where the thinking part of reading comes into play.

Here are a few active reading strategies you can use with children of all ages. It can be as simple as an open discussion between you and your child as you read – actively asking for their input. Or you can have fun with post-its – making notes in the books as you read along. Modeling your own thinking process is always the most helpful to giving your child insight on how to use these reading strategies.

Connect (TS, TW, TT): Find ways to relate to the text by asking your child to make connections to their self (Text-to-Self), to make connections to

their world or the world at large (Text-to-World), and lastly, to make connections to other books (Text-to-Text).

Predict (P): Use the text clues, such as title, illustrations and the story line, to predict what you think might happen next.

Question (Q): Take note whenever the book makes you question or wonder about something.

Summarize (S): Take the time to recall and synthesize the entire text. Can you summarize the whole book in one sentence?

Evaluate (E): Form an opinion about the text you have just read. Give evidence to back up your opinion.

Tani Toprakci provides education consulting, parental support, and tutoring services in all subjects. Visit www.tanitutors.com or contact her at 310-922-3389 for more information.

Maui Preparatory Academy 10TH Anniversary Gala Maui Humane Society Holiday Pet Fair SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH // 11AM–2PM // MAUI HUMANE SOCIETY Get in the Howl-iday spirit at the Maui Humane Society’s Holiday Pet Fair on Saturday, November 28th from 11AM–2PM. You and your furry friends can have your photo taken with Santa Paws while enjoying live music and tasty treats from local food trucks. Fun for the whole ohana, the keiki will enjoy the coloring zone and face painting station. Take a festive stroll through the pet expo featuring spirited crafts and gifts for your furry friends. Discounted

pet services will be offered on site in addition to pick your price adoptions. You just might leave with a new addition to your family. With several new improvements happening all around the shelter, we hope you will want to celebrate with us. The mission of the Maui Humane Society is to protect and save the lives of Maui’s animals; accepting all in need, educating the community, and inspiring respect and compassion towards all animals.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 30TH // HYATT REGENCY MAUI RESORT & SPA On Saturday, January 30, 2016, Maui Preparatory Academy will host its 10th Anniversary Gala at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. This celebration will include dinner, dancing and auction.

The 10th Anniversary Gala is being held to raise funds for Maui Prep’s Financial Aid Program. They are proud of their diverse student body and pleased to offer tuition assistance to over 40% of their students.

Please plan to attend this significant event. Call Maui Prep at 665-9966 to offer a donation, purchase tickets, or get more information.

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News • Trends • Tips

Give the Gift of ‘Ohana

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By HEATHER GREENWOOD-Junkermeier What stories do you have about your grandparents? Your aunties and uncles? Your parents? Your childhood? Do your children and grandchildren know these stories?

This year, consider adding a holiday tradition of sharing these stories so they are passed on to younger generations. There are many ways to begin, so here are a few questions to consider: Who will gather the stories?

Gathering stories is most fun when more than one generation works together. Often intermediate and high school students get excited about interviewing and recording grandparents – especially if they can make a movie out of it. But if all the youngsters are on the mainland, you can gather and write your own stories.

What stories should I share?

Starting out is often the most difficult step. Consider some of the following questions as you begin: • What is your full name? What does it mean?

• Do you have any nicknames?

• Where were you born?

• Who are your siblings? What are their full names?

• What are your parents’ full names?

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• What is (was) your job?

• What are some memories you have as a child?

• Describe your elementary school.

• What chores were yours as a child? As a teenager?

• What did you do for fun as a teenager?

• Do you remember your grandparents or great grandparents?

• How did you celebrate holidays? (Birthdays, Thanksgiving, Halloween, etc.)

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How will I share these stories?

This is where the holiday cheer comes in.

Whether you have written, typed, or recorded the stories, the last and most important step is sharing them. Wrap up the stories, send them as email attachments, or have a movie night and watch the interviews together.

Make this holiday season one of special moments that are shared by all generations.

Support Hospice Maui Hospice Maui takes a holistic approach in providing expert compassionate hospice care for the seriously ill. They serve the patient and their family members and also invest in relationships with other healthcare professionals and organizations. They take the lead and provide education and in-service training on topics surrounding caregiver resources, healthcare decision making, grief and loss, and end-of-life care issues. There will always be changes in technology and medicine in the health care profession, but the high level of comfort and compassionate care that Hospice Maui has been providing for over 30 years will never change. Join Hospice Maui at their upcoming community events. For more information, please call 808244-5555 or go to www.HospiceMaui.org.

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Your guide to education on the Valley Isle.

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inding the right school entails knowing what kind of educational philosophy and type of curriculum each school practices, and seeing if it’s the right fit for you and your child. It’s worth the effort because the right school will help cultivate a confident, lifelong learner. All the schools on Maui are unique, giving parents a lot of choice. Here you’ll find a variety of educational options, including charter schools, preschools, private elementary schools and high schools. Please note that all information listed is subject to change.

Be sure to check our Online Virtual Education Open House to explore local education options on your own time, 24/7 and with no pressure. You will discover information about Maui schools through photos, detailed program descriptions, FAQ’s and even videos. It’s insightful, easy and fun! Visit mauifamilymagazine.com/education

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Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Aloha Kai Academy 1445 Baldwin Ave., Makawao • 280-4281 954 Baldwin Ave., Paia • 280-1582

1:5 InfantToddler 1:12 Preschool

Varies

Grades or Ages 12 mos.–3 years 3–5 years

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Makawao: 43 Paia: 31

None

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Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

1:16

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School Name Address, Website & Phone Number Carden Academy of Maui 55 Maka’ena Place, Pukalani 573-6651 www.cardenmaui.org Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

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PK–8

Maximum 166

HAIS, WASC

15%

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

1:7 (preschool) 1:6 (nursery)

Preschool: $580/mo. (7:30–5); $530/mo. (7:30–3) Nursery: $610/mo. (7:30–5) $550/mo. (7:30–3)

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number Children of the Rainbow Nursery and Preschool 142 Baker Street, Lahaina 661-8281 thechildrenoftherainbow.com Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

2–5 years

39 (preschool) 12 (nursery)

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance NAEYC

Preschool: AM/PM Care: 7:15am–5:15pm

With our classical curriculum, Carden Academy offers a well-rounded education. Along with our proven academic courses, foreign language, PE, music, art, technology and drama are part of everyday life for our students. Technology use is also integrated into the Middle School curriculum.

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Teacher/ Student Ratio

Children’s Garden 2140 Kanakanui Rd., Kihei 879-8786

Average 1:7 (varies depend- Varies ing on age)

Tuition

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

2–6 years

41 per day

None

10-15%

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Christ the King Child Development Center 211 Kaulawahine St., Kahului 877-3587

1:8 to 1:12 (depending on age of child)

$6300/year (7:15–3:15); $7300/year (7:15–5:15)

Christ the King Child Development Center is a learning community. It’s more than little kids; it’s families and little kids.

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

2.5–6 years

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NAEYC

Varies

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Doris Todd Christian School 519 Baldwin Avenue, Paia 579-9237 www.doristoddchristian.org

1:16

$5933–$7000

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–5:30pm Potty Training: Not Required

AM/PM Care: 7:15am–5:15pm Potty Training: Required

Additional information Our mission is to provide an education that instills the desire and practice of academic excellence, moral integrity, patriotism, and church involvement that is Christ-centered and biblically directed.

Preschool: AM/PM Care: 7:30am–5:30pm

Preschool–Grade 12 175

ACSI, Assoc. of Christian Schools Intl

15%

Potty Training: Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Emmanuel Lutheran School and Preschool 520 West One Street, Kahului 873-6339 (Preschool) • 873-6334 (School) www.els-maui.org

1:8 (Preschool); 1:16 (School)

$6100 (K–5th); $7100 (6th–8th)

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

3–5 yrs. (Preschool); Grades K–8th (School)

36 Preschool 139 School

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance In Process

30%

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

1:7

$650/mo. (full time); $335–$590/mo. (part time)

We offer a play-based curriculum. We work with each child at their own level and build on their experiences. Our yard is huge and a wonderful place to explore many outside options.

Fun, 2, 3 Preschool 100 Keokea Place, Kula 878-2602

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–5:00pm

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

2–4 years

14 per day

None

Potty Training: Not Required

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Children’s Garden is a quality preschool/daycare that emphasizes academics and social and communication skills, and offers language, creative movement and reading programs. We nurture children with love, care, guidance, patience and understanding.

Grades or Ages

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

8%

Additional information

20%

The purpose of Emmanuel Lutheran School is to provide a high quality, Christ-centered education.

Our educational practices are based on the belief that each child is capable of three things: learning, leading by example and serving. Emmanuel Lutheran School is licensed by the Hawaii Council of Private Schools.

Preschool: AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm Potty Training: Required Additional information Fun, 2, 3 Preschool is a small play-based program in a rural setting. Fun, 2, 3 Preschool builds a strong foundation for learning through curiosity, exploration, social skills and community building.

AM/PM Care: 6:45am – 5:00pm Potty Training: Not Required

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Maui

School Guide

2016

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Haleakala Waldorf School 4160 Lower Kula Rd., Kula 878-2511 waldorfmaui.org

1:12 (Preschool) 1:22 (Kindergarten); 1:24 (G1–G12)

$6600–$12,400 (Preschool & K); $13,400 (G1–G8); $14,900 (High School)

Additional information Haleakala Waldorf School provides a developmentally based curriculum. Academics are taught through artistic and creative experience. Students learn to love learning, to express their innate creativity in thinking as well as in doing, to live with reverence for life, to serve as selfdirected, engaged members of the greater community and are prepared to thrive in the global 21st century.

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Birth–12th Grade

308

WECAN, WASC, HAIS, & AWSNA

38%

Potty Training: Required for Preschool

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Hawaii Technology Academy 94-810 Moloalo St., Waipahu, HI 96797 www.myhta.org

1:20

Free

Preschools: AM/PM Care: PM until 5:00pm

HTA uses a “blended learning” model, a combination of both face-to-face and online instruction. Our curriculum is complemented by intellectual and creative resources on site, teachers and learning coaches (adult responsible for mentoring, monitoring, and motivating student: often a parent).

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

K–Grade 12

1125

WASC

N/A

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Holy Innocents’ Preschool 561 Front Street, Lahaina 667-9058 www.holyimaui.org/preschool.html

1:12

$470/month $580/month

Holy Innocents Preschool has a long-held reputation for quality early childhood education.

Daily classes are held year-round behind Holy Innocents Episcopal Church in its Parish Hall and courtyard, complete with tree house.

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

34

NAEYC

20%

Potty Training: Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Horizons Academy of Maui 2679 Wai Wai Place, Kihei 575-2954 www.horizonsacademy.org

1:4

Varies

Grades or Ages 3–5 years

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Grades K–12 & Adult Program

15

In process

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Hui Malama Learning Center 375 Mahalani Street, Wailuku 244-5911 www.mauihui.org

1:10

Varies; Financial Assistance Available

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Middle and High School

Varies

N/A

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–4:30pm

Horizons Academy is the only private, non-profit, applied behavior analytic special education school in Maui County. Empowering, challenging and supporting our students to achieve educational, life, social, and vocational goals.

Additional information

We cultivate students’ unique talents, intelligences and character. Hui Malama inspires, nurtures and empowers students to pursue careers that bolster our island’s economy, increase self-reliance and provide for future generations.

Varies

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Maui School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Iao Preschool 2371 West Vineyard St., Wailuku 242-1995 www.iaoucc.org

1:8

$650/month

Iao Preschool is committed to developing the whole child. Emotional, social, cognitive, physical and spiritual growth are parts of the wholeness we seek.

Grades or Ages Ages 3–5

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

40

NAEYC

Varies

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Ka’ahumanu Hou Christian School 777 Mokulele Highway, Kahului 871-2477

1:12

$350/mo. (K–12)

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Grades K–12

30

ACSI

Varies

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number Kahului Baptist Preschool 309 South Puunene Avenue, Kahului 877-7243 kahuluibaptistpreschool.com Grades or Ages 2 years, 8 months– 5 years

1:8

$675/month

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

School Enrollment

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm Potty Training: Required

Additional information

Ka’ahumanu Hou Christian School is committed to: “Changing Hearts To Renew The Mind” and “Establishing life long Christians in order to develop a Heritage of Faith with servitude to the church, community, and other.” Romans 12:2

Additional information We’ve been loving children for over 60 years!

Children are a gift from God and deserve our very best. We are a faith based preschool with a literacy based curriculum. Pre-K class is offered to late born children and older four year olds.

AM/PM care: 6:45am – 5:15pm

NAEYC

50%

Potty Training: Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Kahului Hongwanji Preschool 291 South Puunene, Kahului 877-7998 kahuluihongwanjipreschool.com

1:12 (not including aides)

$700 per month

Kahului Hongwanji Preschool has been in operation for 33 years. Class size is small, with 10 children per class. All teachers have 10–30 years of teaching experience.

Grades or Ages 3–5 years

72

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

School Enrollment 42

NAEYC (pending)

21%

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Kahului Preschool, Kama’aina Kids 50 South Papa Ave., Kahului 877-7256 www.kamaainakids.com

Meet or exceeds all State of Hawaii Dept. of Human Services ratios for all age groups

Please visit our webite for full tuition information

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

12 months–8 years

Up to 59

NECPA

Not Available

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm Potty Training: Required

Additional information Voted # 1 Childcare Provider for 10 years by the readers of the Hawaii Star Advertiser. Safe, nurturing environments with a variety of locations on Maui and Oahu.

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:30pm Potty Training Not Required

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School Guide

2016

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Kahului Union Church Preschool 101 West Kamehameha Ave.,Kahului 871-6955 • preschool@kahuluiunion.org

1:12

$315–$600 per month (depending on days and pick up times)

KUC Preschool’s curriculum is God centered and fosters Christian beliefs while integrating art, music, physical and language development, math, science, social studies, and life skills into the daily program.

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

3–6 years

30

None

30%

Potty Training: Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Kamehameha Schools Maui 270 ‘A’apueo Pkwy., Pukalani • 572-3100 www.ksbe.edu/campus_education/campuses/maui_campus/

$4083 (K-5th); 1:13 (K–5th); 1:12 (6th–8th); $4205 (6th–8th); 1:13 (9th–12th) $5023 (9th–12th)

AM/PM Care: 7:15am–4:30pm

A Hawaiian and Christian values based school preparing Hawaiian leaders for college and a global society.

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Kindergarten–12th

1071

HAIS, WASC

60%

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Varies

$0

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number Kihei Public Charter School

300 Ohukai Rd., #C209, Kihei (HighSchool) 41 East Lipoa St., Suite #29, Kihei (Middle School) 875-0700 • www.kiheicharter.org

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Grades K–5th (Virtual Program); 6th–8th (Middle School); 9th–12th (High School)

119 (Virtual Program); 207 (Middle School); 231 (High School)

WASC

N/A

Every day, Kihei Charter School is building a stronger, more diverse workforce for tomorrow.

Our innovative approach to learning is challenging outdated methods of educating our keiki. Through cutting-edge curriculum and game-changing technology, KCS is able to nurture a new generation of engaged learners and chart new horizons in education.

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Lahaina Preschool, Kamaaina Kids 553 Wainee Street, Lahaina 667-0422 www.kamaainakids.com

Meet or exceeds all State of Hawaii Dept. of Human Services ratios for all age groups

Please visit our website for full tuition information

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

6 weeks–7 years

Up to 76

None

Unavailable

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Little Explorers 1050 Lower Main St, Wailuku 2103 Wells St., Wailuku 1:6 244-2112 • littleexplorersmaui@gmail.com www.littleexplorersmaui.com

Starting at $520

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

2–5 years

30

None

33%

Voted # 1 Childcare Provider for 10 years by the readers of the Hawaii Star Advertiser. Safe, nurturing environments with a variety of locations on Maui and Oahu.

AM/PM Care: 7:00am – 5:30pm Potty Training: Not Required

Additional information Your keiki will use all 5 senses in activities which encourage them to discover, explore, share and learn. We enjoy circle time activities with reading, singing, and dancing. We provide what your child needs to be successful in their next level of education.

AM/PM Care: 7:15am–5:00pm Potty Training: Not Required

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2016

TRUSTWORTHINESS ~ PEACEFULNESS ~ DETERMINATION ~ COMPASSION ~ COURAGE

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Living Compass Maui P.O. Box 523, Haiku, HI 96708 www.livingcompassmaui.com

1:5

$280–$560

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

6–13 yrs

10

None

10%

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Makawao Drop-in Center 29 Olinda Road, Makawao http://makawaokids.vpweb.com

1:7

$250

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

2–5 years

14

None

N/A

Additional information

Earth Centered and Outdoor Education instilling a passion for learning, living, connection to place and community. We place strong emphasis on individual character development within a positive social culture.

Additional information At the Makawao Drop in Center each day is different with a fun curriculum designed to foster learning through play. In the sparkling clean, brand new classroom, kids get to do art projects based on curriculum themes, storytime, free play with a broad range of fun toys, and music. Classes are 2.5 hours, 2 days/week AM Care: 9:30am–Noon Potty Training Not Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Makawao Hongwanji Preschool 223 Hiwalani Lp., Pukalani 572-7883

1:9

Call for rates

We are sponsored by Makawao Hongwanji Mission as an outreach to the needs of the community. We are located in a quiet neighborhood of Pukalani.

Grades or Ages

3–5 years

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

42

Licensed by Dept. of Human N/A Services

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Mana`o`i`o Baptist Academy 164 Fleming Rd, Lahaina 661-4017 facebook.com/manaoiobaptistacademy

1:6

$4000 per year

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Grades K–12

6

American Association of Christian Schools

N/A

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Maui Adventist School 261 S. Puunene Ave, Kahului 877-7813 • mauiadventistschool.org

1:12

$3900 – $5300 / year

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Grades 1-8

22

HAIS, NCPSA, North American Division of Seventh Day Adventists

AM/PM Care: 7:15am–5:00pm, or 7:15am– 2:30pm Potty Training: Required Additional information

As an important ministry of Grace Baptist Church, we seek to provide a Bible-based, Christ-centered education for K–12 students of Maui. We are a member of the American Association of Christian Schools.

CARDEN ACADEMY OF MAUI

Open House SCHEDU LE

Middle School

Nov. 18, 2015 5:30 - 6:30pm

Pre-K - 8th

Jan. 23, 2016 9:00am - Noon

Pre-Kindergarden through 8th Grade - Small Class Sizes - Proven Academic Curriculum - Character Development - Elementary French Program

- Values - Virtues - Citizenship - Enrichment through the Arts - Physical Education / Athletics - Middle School Spanish Program

55 Maka’ena Place Pukalani, HI 96768 | Phone: (808) 572-6651 www.cardenmaui.org

FORGIVENESS ~ COURTESY ~ RESPONSIBILITY ~ HONOR ~ UNDERSTANDING ~ HUMILITY

Excellence in Christ-centered education.

Centrally located in the heart of Maui.

Integrated classroom technology.

Music, band, art, drama, sports.

Intercession Camp & After School Programs.

Learning environment where students thrive.

Small class sizes and individualized learning.

The place where kids want to be.

Additional information

Maui Adventist School is committed to providing its students with a Christian education in a safe environment. Our goal is to provide learning experiences for spiritual, intellectual, physical, emotional, and social growth.

50%

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THANKFULNESS ~ HONESTY ~ COMMITMENT ~ INTEGRITY

School Guide

DILIGENCE ~ CARING ~ RELIABILITY ~ PATIENCE ~ TACT

Maui

Emmanuel Lutheran School

520 W. One St., Kahului (808) 873-6334 www.els-maui.org

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Maui School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Maui Christian Academy 519 Baldwin Ave., Paia • 579-9237 www.mauichristian.org

1:4

$6800–$7000

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

8

ACSI (Assoc. of Christian Schools Intl)

25%

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Maui County Public Schools www.hawaiipublicschools.org

Varies

Free

Grades or Ages Grades 9–12

Grades or Ages K–12

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Varies

WASC

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number Maui Evangelical Preschool 256 Hina Avenue, Kahului • 877-6604

Teacher/ Student Ratio 1:9

N/A

Additional information

Our mission is to provide an education that instills the desire and practice of academic excellence, moral integrity, patriotism, and church involvement that is Christ-centered and biblically directed.

Additional information Hawaii’s educational pipeline, anchored by learning standards and exams, is grounded in principles and programs designed to produce lifelong learners, caring and ethical citizens and a college-and-career-ready populace. Tailored programs support students with special needs and accelerate and accommodate gifted students.

Tuition

Additional information

$500/month

The school offers a Christian program which is based on language, motor cognitive and social learning development. The school takes field trips to different educational sites.

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

3–5 years

23

None

40%

Potty Training: Not Required

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

1:8

$10,200–$12,750 (Preschool); $14,610 (K–5th); $16,430 (6th–8th); $17,350 (9th–12th)

One of Maui Prep’s core values is “Students First.” This value is folded into the daily life of the school, encompassing everything that we do. This dedication to students first is what leads Maui Prep to continually explore ways to meet the needs of our students and our community.

Maui Preparatory Academy 4910 Honoapiilani Highway, Lahaina 665-9966 www.mauiprep.org Grades or Ages Preschool–12th

School Enrollment

$1006

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Montessori Eagles International 535 Wainee St., Lahaina 463-7735 • 463-9355 www.montessorieaglesinternational.com

1:10

Varies

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

2–6 years

17

None

20%

Potty Training: Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Montessori Hale O Keiki 100 Kulanihakoi Street, Kihei 874-7441 • www.mhok.org

1:12

$10,150–11,800

Grades or Ages Pre-K–8th

65

HAIS, WASC, AMS

35%

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

1:12

$12,743; $15,004 (Middle School)

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number Montessori School of Maui 2933 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao 573-0374 • www.momi.org School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

18 months–8th Grade

266

HAIS, WASC

Preschool: AM/PM Care: 7:30am-8:00am and 3:00-5:30pm

Additional information

1:10 (minimal)

Free (family must meet the Head Start selection criteria)

Head Start provides Early Childhood development services to families that meet the federal poverty guidelines and selection criteria. Children who will be 3 or 4 yrs. old by July 31, 2016 are eligible for enrollment. Beginning February 1, 2016, the Head Start Program will be accepting applications for the 2016/17 school year.

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

AM/PM Care: Full Day/Part Day (Hours vary depending on location)

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

2–4 years

65

None

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Potty Training: Required

Grades or Ages

Tuition

Potty Training Not Required

Preschool PM Care: 3:00pm–5:00pm (M, T, Th, F) 1:30pm–5:00pm (W)

Montessori teaching methodology is based upon observation, peer learning, tactile learning materials and intrinsic motivation, and provides a collaborative learning environment, stimulates critical thinking skills, and cultivates inquisitive minds and decision-making.

Potty Training: Required

100%

MHOK’s Montessori curriculum and environment empowers each child to develop to his/her highest potential. Children are introduced to the joy of learning at an early age and provided with a structured framework in which intellectual and social discipline goes hand-in-hand.

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Teacher/ Student Ratio

NHSA Region IX HSA; HAS – Hawai`i

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–6:00pm

School Enrollment

40%

Varies

Bilingual Montessori School in Lahaina.

Montessori education helps children to become independent with self-esteem to become our great leaders of tomorrow. Learning for life! The sky is the limit!

Grades or Ages

HAIS & WASC

School Enrollment

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–4:00pm, or 8:00am–4:30pm Potty Training: Not Required

206

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Parent / legal guardian to complete application at the MEO Early Childhood Services office between 7:30am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday. For more information, please contact the MEO Early Childhood Services department at 249-2988.

None

15

AM/PM Care: 7:00am – 5:00pm

Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence, Creativity and Innovation. 2005–2015

Additional information

Varies; based on income eligibility

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

M.E.O. Head Start 99 Mahalani Street, Wailuku 249-2988 meoinc.charityfinders.com/HeadStart_HS or www.facebook.com/MEOECS

3–5 years

Grades or Ages

Tuition

School Enrollment

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Grades or Ages

Teacher/ Student Ratio

M.E.O. Kahi Kamali`i Infant/Toddler Center 99 Mahalani Street, Wailuku • 249-2988 1:5 meoinc.charityfinders.com/HeadStart_KK or www.facebook.com/MEOECS

1–3 years

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

School Guide

2016

26%

Potty Training: Not Required

Noah’s Ark Preschool 777 Mokulele Highway, Kahului 871-2477

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

2 Yr.- 2:16 3–4 Yr.-2:24

2 Yrs.: $550(FT), $350 (PT) 3–4 Yrs.: $500 (FT), $325 (PT)

N/A

Additional information “Changing Hearts To Renew The Mind” and “Establishing life long Christians in order to develop a Heritage of Faith with servitude to the church, community, and other.” Romans 12:2 AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm Potty Training: Not Required for 2 years old

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Maui

School Guide

2016

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Piilani Preschool, Kamaaina Kids 10 Manino Circle, Kihei 874-8844 www.kamaainakids.com

Meet or exceeds all State of Hawaii Dept. of Human Services ratios for all age groups

Please visit our website for full tuition information

Grades or Ages 6 weeks–Under 6 years

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

School Enrollment Up to 88

Kahului Hongwanji Preschool Additional information Voted # 1 Childcare Provider for 10 years by the readers of the Hawaii Star Advertiser. Safe, nurturing environments with a variety of locations on Maui and Oahu.

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:30pm Potty Training: Not Required

NECPA

Unavailable

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Punana Leo O Maui 103 S. High St., Wailuku 244-5676 • www.ahapunanaleo.org

1:7

$675 / month

The Punana Leo initiates, provides for and nurtures various Hawaiian language environments, and we find our strength in our spirituality, and love of our language, our people, our land, and of knowledge.

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

3–5 years

30

NAEYC, WINHEC 90%

Potty Training: Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Additional information

Roots School 740 Haiku Road, Haiku 250-7988 rootsmaui.com • office@rootsmaui.org

1:12 (K–8) 1:8 (Preschool)

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

Preschool (3–5 yrs.)–8th Grade

K–8: 40 Preschool: 16

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number Sacred Hearts School 239 Dickenson Street, Lahaina 661-4720 www.shsmaui.org Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

Preschool–8th Grade

215

Tuition

AM/PM Care: Full Day Care

$7000 (K–8) $8100 (Preschool) Roots curriculum is based on project based learning, with dynamic hands on experiences, so that children may develop a deeper knowledge of % receiving subjects and skills that they will need as adults.

Accreditation tuition AM/PM Care: 8:30am–3:30pm (M–F) assistance HAIS

Tuition assistance available in preschool

Potty Training: Required

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

$7330 (K–5); Celebrating 150 years of education on the west $7730 (6–8th); side. Sacred Hearts School is proud to carry on the $6750 (Preschool) legacy of excellence that is evident in the quality of students graduating from our middle school. We % receiving develop Kids with character!

Accreditation tuition assistance AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm 1:20

WASC, WACEA

37%

Potty Training: Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Seabury Hall 480 Olinda Road, Makawao 572-7235 • www.seaburyhall.org

1:10

$18,950 per year

Seabury Hall upholds a tradition of excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, community service, and extra-curricular involvement.

The school is committed to develop both the student’s character and intellect in a supportive and caring environment.

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Grades 6–12

455

WASC, HAIS

32%

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291 S. Puunene Avenue, Kahului (808) 877-7998

NOW ENROLLING Current openings for 4 year olds!

Project-Based Learning

Join our waiting list online at kahuluihongwanjipreschool.com Child-centered educational program where children learn through discovery and play

Combining traditional academics with dynamic hands on learning to engage and inspire a creative learning process.

Art • Music & Creative Movement Storytelling • Language Development Self Help Skills • Science & Math Word & Number Recognition Concepts about self, culture, and traditions Monthly excursions and visits from community resource people Most teachers have been teaching for 10 to 20+ years with approx. 10 children per class.

• Tuition includes meals • School Hours: Mon.–Fri., 7am–5pm

Preschool through 8th grade Licensed through HAIS

(808)250-7988 • 740 Haiku Road, Haiku www.rootsmaui.com

Seabury Hall Offering a college preparatory curriculum for grades 6-12.

A tradition of excellence in academics, athletics, the arts and community service.

Open House Saturday, January 23rd

8:30 AM Registration 9:00 -11:30 AM Program

RSVP

By Thursday, January 21, 2016 (808) 572-0807 Or

enelson@seaburyhall.org

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Maui

School Guide

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number Smart Start Christian Preschool 55 Makawao Avenue, Pukalani 874-3643 www.smartstartchristian.com Grades or Ages

2016

Teacher/ Student Ratio

1:8

Tuition 2 day - $430 3 day - $550 5 day - $700

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

School Enrollment

Doris Todd

None

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

St. Anthony Grade School 1627A Mill Street, Wailuku 244-4976 • www.sagsmaui.com

1:13 (K–2nd) 1:24 (3rd-6th)

$5600 per year (includes fees)

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

K–6th

125

WASC, WCEA

23%

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

1:10

$9350 (7th) $10400 (8th) $12,500 (9th– 12th)

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number St. Anthony Junior-Senior High School 1618 Lower Main Street, Wailuku 244-4190, ext. 232 • www.sasmaui.org Grades or Ages Grades 7–12

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

School Enrollment 145

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number St. Anthony Preschool 1627-B Mill Street, Wailuku 242-9024

WASC, WCEA, HAIS

58%

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

1:10

$730/month (7:15am– 4:45pm); $630/ month (7:15am– 3:00pm)

St. Anthony Grade School is a Catholic faith community. We believe in the development of the whole child, spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, and culturally.

Mission Statement: “Empowering Students with a Quality, 21st Century Education in the Marianist Spirit.”

• 100% of the Class of 2015 Pursued Higher Education • Financial Assistance Available • All faiths welcome

Additional information St. Anthony Preschool provides a Catholic education enabling students to develop positive attitudes and habits for growing, living, and learning. We share a campus with the St. Anthony grade school and junior-senior high school.

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

3–5 years

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NAEYC, WASC, 25% WCEA

Potty Training: Required

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Additional information

St. Joseph Early Learning Center 1294 Makawao Avenue, Makawao 572-6235 • www.sjsmaui.org Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

2 years, 9 months– 5 years

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Teaching Students: Biblical Truth, Integrity, Love, Respect, Faith, Responsibility, Family, Community, Character

PRESC

HOOL

Also Offering: After School Care, Art, Band, Computers, P.E. & more!

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Additional information

Grades or Ages

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

OPEN HOUSE

November 5, 2015 @ 8:15 AM February 6, 2016 @ 9:00 AM

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–5:30pm

None

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Smart Start only employs loving, qualified teachers that are crazy about kids. Our curriculum encompasses all the different concepts that prepare them for kindergarten. We spend oneon-one time with each child ensuring they have mastered each skill. Call today!!

Potty Training: Required for 3-5 years; not required for 2 years.

2–5 years

Christian Academy

Additional information

AM/PM Care: 7:15am–4:45pm or 7:15am–3:00pm

$685/month (7:00am–5:00pm) Serving upcountry Maui families for more than 30 years. % receiving Accreditation tuition AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm assistance Potty Training: Required NAEYC 50%

www.doristoddchristian.org, www.mauichristian.org office@doristoddchristian.org | 579.9237 | 519 Baldwin Ave. Paia, HI, 96779

ST. ANTHONY SCHOOL

167 years of Quality, Catholic Education in the Marianist Spirit Preschool (3–5 years old) Contact Carlene Santos Phone: 242-9024 • sap@hawaii.rr.com Grade School (K–6) Contact Winona Martinez Phone: 244-4976 • www.sagsmaui.com Junior-Senior High School (7–12) Contact Art Fillazar Phone: 244-4190, ext. 232 admissions@sasmaui.org www.sasmaui.org

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Maui

School Guide

2016

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

The Preschool at Kapalua 5960 L. Honoapiilani Rd., Lahaina 669-5577

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$560/month (FT); $325–$420 (PT)

We believe that each child is made in the image of the infinitely loving and creative God. To this end, we are here to help the children develop their full physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual potentials.

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

2–5 years

31 per day

None

10%

Potty Training: Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Tutu and Me Traveling Preschool Upcountry, Kahului, Kihei, and Lahaina (Mon & Wed – Upcountry & Lahaina; Tues & Thurs – Kihei & Kahului) 249-2430 • www.pidfoundation.org

Caregiver comes with the Free child

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–4:45pm

Tutu and Me aims to meet the developmental needs of young children and to support the grandparents and caregivers. Teaching teams, comprised of early childhood educators, travel to pre-selected communities where they set up, conduct, and facilitate the program.

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

Birth–5 years

50 per site

None

N/A

Potty Training: Not Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Wailuku Hongwanji Mission 144 Kaniela Street, Wailuku 244-9545

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$675 per month

We provide a positive, nurturing, challenging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for each student to develop into a caring, selffulfilled and compassionate person.

AM/PM Care: 8:30am–10:30am

Grades or Ages

School Enrollment

% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance

2 years, 8 months– 6 years

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NAEYC

35%

Potty Training: Required

School Name Address, Website & Phone Number

Teacher/ Student Ratio

Tuition

Additional information

Wailuku Union Preschool 327 South High Street, Wailuku 242-5950

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$700 per month

Grades or Ages

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2–6 Years

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NAEYC

75%

AM/PM Care: 7:15am–5:00pm

Limited Time Special Until January 1st, 2016

Wailuku Union Preschool provides a Christian learning environment that ministers to the needs of the whole child. This includes a loving, positive, supportive, safe, and healthy environment that encourages the growth of your child in all areas of development.

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–4:45pm Potty Training: Required

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Events, Art & Music, Dance, Education, Sports, Camps

EVENTS Hospice Maui 446-8234 www.hospicemaui.com ALZHEIMER’S CONFERENCE: HFA’s Annual Living with Grief Teleconference Thursday, November 5th 8:00 am to 11:00 am UH Maui College, Ka‘aike Bldg., Rm 105BCD Hospice Maui presents a free candid and compelling discussion moderated by nationally recognized, Frank Sesno, Director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at George Washington University.

Dine Out for Hospice Maui Island Wide, All Day Tuesday, November 10 Family Friendly Everyone is Welcome Join us for the 6th annual Dine Out for Hospice Maui, one of Maui’s most community spirited fundraising events. Visit www.HosiceMaui.org for details. Help meet the growing need for hospice care by simply dining out on November 10th.

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Saturday, November 14 10 am to 1 pm at Hospice Maui An annual event to support those who are grieving this holiday season.

Maui Humane Society 877-3680 mauihumanesociety.org Tommy Bahama Shop for a Cause and Adoption Event 2435 Kaanapali Pkwy. C-1 | Lahaina Saturday, November 7th 11:00AM-3:00PM Whole Ohana Hosted by Tommy Bahama, 10% of the day’s sales will benefit the Maui Humane Society’s Wings of Aloha Program. WOA flies pets to the mainland where partners are waiting with open arms. Meet adoptable furry friends onsite.

Holiday Pet Fair Maui Humane Society, 1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene Saturday, November 28th 11AM-2PM Fun for the whole ohana Get in the Howl-iday spirit at the Holiday Pet Fair! Featuring photos with Santa Paws, live music, food trucks and pick your price adoption

Santa Arrives November 14 Visit QueenKaahumanuCenter.com for details and schedule.

ThanksGIFTING Night November 26 Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center gives back with hourly giveaways at center court starting at 8 p.m.

Black Friday, Good Fortune November 27 specials. Stroll the pet expo presentQueen Ka‘ahumanu Center Black ing holiday crafts and gifts for Friday fun kicks off at 6 a.m., with your furry friends. giveaways for the first 500 shoppers 2nd Annual Made in Maui County and bargains throughout the mall.

Festival Pet Photos with Santa www.MadeInMauiCountyFestival.com November 30 and December 7 & 14, info@MadeInMauiCountyFestival.com 5-8pm Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Families are invited to bring their pets Development/808-270-7710 along for Santa photos.

Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului Gingerbread Decorating for Kids Saturday, November 7, 2015 December 5 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Maui County’s largest products show Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center Free gingerbread decorating for kids 10 offering a wide variety of made a.m. to 1pm. in Maui County products--foods, produce, art, crafts, jewelry, fashion, Holiday Entertainment gifts, collectibles and more; plus December 1-24 demonstrations, a fashion show, food Enjoy free holiday entertainment trucks, and prize drawings. and special events at center stage all month long.

Montessori School of Maui 573-0374 Holokai Club www.momi.org First Saturday of every month 2933 Baldwin Ave. Makawao 10:00am - 12:00 noon Grades K-5 Dinner Project Come to create, learn, play and conNovember 13, 2015 nect through imaginative themed 6pm-9pm activities. Experience a new keiki adAges 21 and over Join us for a delectable culinary expe- venture every month. Free for children Grades K-5. rience created by one of Maui’s top chefs complete with exquisite Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center wine pairings. All proceeds support 572-6560 an enriching Montessori education for www.huinoeau.com the school.

Hui Holidays Holiday Fair November 9 – December 24 December 4, 2015 Open EVERY Day! 8am-5pm 9:00 am – 4:00 pm All welcome!

A winter wonderland of local and The Montessori School of Maui PTO handmade items for everyone on is hosting their annual Holiday Fair your list! One-of-a-kind handmade on the school campus. Come and gifts by local artists and crafters like celebrate the wonder and joy of the paintings, ceramic pieces, handHoliday Season featuring made in blown glass work, locally made Maui crafts, gifts and much more. beauty products, holiday ornaments and more!

Queen Ka’ahumanu Center 877-4325 9th Annual Hui No’eau Wailea Food www.queenkaahumanucenter.com & Wine Celebration 275 E. Ka’ahumanu Ave., Kahului November 14 / 5:00pm – 8:00pm

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NOVEMBER • DECEMBER • JANUARY >>

Hotel Wailea Let’s toast to Hui No’eau and community visual arts education on Maui!

Guests will enjoy selected wines

by Chambers & Chambers while sampling generous tastes created by top chefs from local South Maui restaurants.

Maui Mall 877-8952 mauimall.com Maui Academy of Performing Arts November 20, 6:40-7:20 2nd Annual Holiday Kick-Off and Shop-n-Fly Promo November 28, 11am-1pm Iao School Choir December 1, 6:30pm King Kekaulike Jazz Band & Choir December 2, 6:30pm Kalama School Choir December 3, 6pm Kalama Bell Band

December 4, 6pm Easter Seals Annual Gingerbread House Build-Off December 5, 11am Maui Academy of Performing Arts December 5, 6:40-7:20 Doris Todd Memorial Christian School Band December 7, 6pm Iao School Band December 7, 7pm Maui Waena Band December 8, 6pm Maui High Band Winter Concert December 9, 7pm King Kekaulike Symphonic Band & King Kekaulike Jazz Band December 10, 6:30 pm Maui High Chorus December 11, 6-7pm Baldwin High School Concert Band

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& Chorus December 16, 6:30pm Maui Community Band December 17, 6:30pm Tuba Christmas December 19, 3:30pm Na Keiki Nakamae December 19, 5pm Free Zumba every Sunday at 9am Free Hula every Sunday at 11am Maui Ocean Center 270-7000 www.mauioceancenter.com Maui Ocean Treasures SidewalkCyber Sale Sidewalk Sale: November 21, 9am3pm in front of Maui Ocean Center Cyber Sale: November 18-21 online The Maui Ocean Treasures gift store will host its semi-annual SidewalkCyber Sale offering a 60% discount or more on select items. On November 21, visitors can browse an array of

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dance • drama • singing classes in wailuku & lahaina

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Events, Art & Music, Dance, Education, Sports, Camps items along the outskirts of the Aquarium from 9am-2pm. From November 18-21, a special Cyber Sale will go live exclusively at shop.mauioceancenter.com granting shoppers early access to the sale collection.

Aquarium admission is not required to shop.

Fins & Flippers Tour Upgrade Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays in November and December 11:30am or 1:30pm Join a knowledgeable marine naturalist and discover fascinating facts about sharks and sea turtles. Go behind-the-scenes and explore the Aquarium lab and discover what it takes to care for the marine animals.

Guests will assist with a feeding at Turtle Lagoon and Hammerhead Harbor. $10 plus Aquarium admission.

Appropriate for all ages. (808) 2707012 for reservations.

Story Time Saturdays Saturdays in November and December at 11:30am Children ages 3-12 are invited to a captivating story time followed by a fun ocean-themed craft! Story Time Saturdays are hosted by a marine naturalist and takes place every Saturday at 11:30am in Maui Ocean Center’s Hawaiians and the Sea exhibit.

Talk Story & Hula Lessons with Kahu Dane Maxwell and ‘Ohana Tuesdays in November and December 11:45am Hear from Maui Ocean Center’s Hawaiian Cultural Advisor Kahu Dane Maxwell. At 11:45am, Kahu Dane Maxwell and ‘Ohana (family) will conduct a talk story session and hula lesson at the end of the Open Ocean exhibit tunnel. Schedule subject to change.

Appropriate for all ages.

Turtle-rrific Thursday Thursdays – November 5 and 19, December 3 and 17 at 2pm Learn about Hawaii’s beloved green sea turtles in an up close and personal setting. This interactive presentation is hosted by Maui Ocean Center’s curatorial team at Hammerhead Harbor. Guests will learn about the biology, behavior and diet of green sea turtles from the team that cares for the animals on a daily basis.

Wet Naturalist Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays – November and December 1:30-4:30pm Join a Wet Naturalist at the Tide Pool

and/or Discovery Pool for a hands-on presentation about Hawaii’s marine invertebrates! Engage with a marine naturalist presenting from within the exhibit to see, touch, and learn about sea stars, sea cucumbers, urchins and more spineless sea creatures.

12 Days of FISH-mas December 14-25 9am-5pm Dive presentations at 11am and 3pm There will be holiday-themed food and drinks plus lots of Christmas cheer when Scuba Claus and his sidekick Elf make special visits to the Aquarium.

Don’t miss these interactive presentations from Scuba Claus at 11am, and Elf at 3pm, at the Open Ocean exhibit.

Scuba Claus and Elf will wear special dive masks that allow them to speak with the audience from underwater, so have your wish list ready!

Kula School PTA 876-7610 kulapta.org 28th Annual Kula Harvest Festival Kula School Grounds November 21, 2015 Saturday, 9:00am -3:00pm All ages Spend the day in the country! Join us for our 28th Annual Harvest Festival, With live entertainment, talented local artisans and crafters, Ono food, games, Silent Auction, and Country Store. Come join us for a FREE, Family Fall Fair!

St Joseph Christmas Craft Fair 572-6235 Saturday, November 21st 7am - 2pm Local vendors and crafters will have amazing items available for the gift giving season. As an extra treat, Santa will be landing his sled for a visit at noon for the children. Enjoy an array of ethnic foods, baked good items, live entertainment and so much more!

Maui OnStage 242-6969 www.mauionstage.com Historic Iao Theater 68 N. Market Street, Wailuku November 27 - December 13, 2015 ELF The Musical ELF is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true

identity. Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.

Kula Fields Farm Shop & Cafe 280-2099 www.kulafields.com 2505 Kula Hwy. just past Omaopio Rd. Winter Wonderland Walk November 27, 28, 29 December 4 - 6, 11 - 13, 18-20 & 23-25 5:00-9:00pm A near half mile trail decorated and illuminated with holiday cheer - Tickets are $8 for adults and children over 12yrs., $5 for kids 12 and under and Children under 3 yrs. are FREE. Snacks, beverages and local gifts will be available for purchase in the Farmshop.

Visit with Santa Saturday, Dec. 19th from 10:00am- 2:00pm Santa will pay a special holiday visit to the gardens to delight kids and adults alike. Enjoy gourmet coffee, heavenly hot chocolate, decadent chocolates and scrumptious pastries at the Cafe.

Check out the Kula Fields Farmshop for delicious gifts, living Christmas trees that can be planted and enjoyed for years to come, & unique holiday decor.

10am elf parade—all children dressed as elves receive a FREE gift! $3 adults, children under 12 FREE. Proceeds support the school’s programs and Tuition Assistance Program.

Grand Wailea 875-1234 grandwaila.com `Tis the Season of Aloha Treelighting Ceremony Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 5 p.m.

Holiday entertainment, a Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui (BGCM) keiki performance, and cookies and cocoa make for a beautiful Maui holiday scene.

Visit the unveiling of the BGCM gingerbread village and make a holiday tree ornament for $1 to benefit BGCM. Santa Arrives by Outrigger Canoe at Grand Wailea Thursday, December 24, 2015 at 9 a.m.

Santa and friends arrive by Hawaiian outrigger canoe at Wailea Beach fronting Grand Wailea. See Santa paddle in aboard his decorated canoe with candy canes for everyone. Children may visit with Santa to whisper their

wishes making for a perfect photo opportunity.

Maui Pops Orchestra 878-6500 mauipops.org Maui Pops Orchestra “Holiday Pops” Maui Arts & Cultural Center Castle Theater Sunday, December 6, 2015 3:00 p.m.

All ages The annual Holiday Pops brings favorite holiday music and a wonderful guest pianist, Bernard Walz to entertain with a variety of upbeat pieces.

The orchestra will also perform music of Mannheim Steamroller and more!

Maui Pops Orchestra “Broadway Diva Pops” Maui Arts & Cultural Center Castle Theater Sunday, January 24, 2016 3:00 p.m.

All ages Our annual Broadway spectacular this

year features soloists Julia Murney & Emily Rozek with guest conductor, Randall Fleischer performing well-known selections from Wicked, My Fair Lady, Phantom of the Opera, Titanic, and more with the Maui Pops!

Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra mauiyouthphilharmonic.org Winter Concert H.P. Baldwin Auditorium Sunday, December 13, 2015 3:00 pm Students from grades 3-12 Holiday concert featuring String Classes (violins and violas) and the Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra (woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings to enhance the holiday spirit.

FREE Maui Mompreneur 757-4739 luana.fukumoto@gmail.com www.facebook.com/mauimompreneurnetwork Maui Mompreneur Winter Showcase Elleair Ballroom @ Maui Beach Hotel

Maui Historical Society 244-3326 MauiMuseum.org E Pulama Mau O Maui Annual Christmas Bazaar Bailey House Museum, 2375-A Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793 Saturday, November 28, 2015 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Annual Christmas craft fair and bazaar at the museum with special exhibits, food, live entertainment, arts & crafts vendors, silent auction, and children’s activities.

Haleakala Waldorf School 878-2511 www.waldorfmaui.org 30th Anniversary Holiday Faire Upcountry Kula 4160 Lower Kula Road (across from the Kula Post Office) Saturday, December 5th 9am - 4pm Maui’s most festive holiday event with live entertainment all day, ‘ono food, traditional hand’s on crafts, puppet show for the children, silent auction and over 75 of Maui’s best artisans!

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Events, Art & Music, Dance, Education, Sports, Camps Sunday, December 13, 2016 9:00am - 2:00pm All Ages Indoor craft fair showcasing local mom-owned businesses.

Hula Grill Kaanapali 667-6636 hulagrillkaanapali.com Santa Visits Ka’anapali Beach Hula Grill Maui, Ka’anapali Beach Friday, December 18 at 4:00 pm Kids only. Free event Watch as Santa and his reindeer paddle in by outrigger canoe to sit with the keiki of Maui and hear their Christmas wishes. Mrs. Clause will be on hand giving out goodies to good children and Santa’s elves will be helping in the Cookie Workshop.

Alexander Academy of Performing Arts 878-8970 www.alexanderacademy.info Holiday of Dance Performance Old Kula Community Center Saturday December 19th 3 shows Ages 3-adult Studio performance featuring ballet dances from the Nutcracker, jazz, and contemporary pieces with a holiday theme.

Maui Arts & Cultural Center 242-SHOW mauiarts.org Shanghai Circus MACC - Castle Theater January 18 – 19 4:00 pm & 7:30 pm each day These highly skilled, rigorously trained and multitalented acrobats will enthrall you as they bend and twist with graceful movement to form living sculptures. Matched with innovative choreography, radiant lighting, enchanting scenery and powerful music, this beautifully orchestrated presentation of traditional Chinese acrobatic acts will leave you spellbound!

Maui Preparatory Academy 665-9966 www.mauiprep.org 10th Anniversary Gala Saturday, January 30, 2016 Hyatt Regency 21+ This celebration will include dinner, dancing and auction. The 10th Anniversary Gala is being held to raise funds for Maui Prep’s Financial Aid Program. Please plan to attend this

significant event. Call Maui Prep at 665-9966 to offer a donation, purchase tickets, or get more information Pacific Whale Foundation 249-8811 www.mauiwhalefestival.org Run and Walk for the Whales Saturday, January 30, 2016 The race includes a 2.5 mile walk, 5K run, 10K run and half marathon run.

It’s a fundraiser to support humpback whale research in Hawaii and other parts of the Pacific, marine education programs for local schoolchildren, as well as conservation programs.

Ocean Camp on race day for children ages 4 to 12. The program takes place from 6 am to 10 am at Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center in Ma’alaea.

Surfing Goat Dairy 878-2870 www.surfinggoatdairy.com info@surfinggoatdairy.com Evening Chore Tour 3651 Omaopio Rd., Kula On going event Monday-Saturday 3:15 - 4:15pm.

All age levels are appropriate Assist in our evening chores. Learn to hand milk a goat, then help with the evening feedings and learn more about our award winning cheeses and how they are made. $12 for kids $15 for adult Grand Dairy Tour 3651 Omaopio Rd., Kula On going event Saturday’s 9am All age levels are appropriate A two-hour hands-on visit and tasting experience you will love. Bring your family and friends! Be a goat herder for the day, even try to milk a goat.

Includes a tasting of the many different varieties of our cheeses. $25 Reservations required. “ Balloonology” entertainment with Riki Inzano 879-8918 artbyriki@yahoo.com Pizza Madness in Kihei Weekly/Ongoing Thursday Eves.

Sunset/6:30-ish to 8:00pm Forget weiner dogs! Riki Inzano promotes her private party bookings creating “ Gourmet” balloon animals & jewelry! All ages entertainment. Special requests & challenges welcome!

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Art and Music Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center 572-6560 www.huinoeau.com Family Friday Workshops Dream a Little Dream for Me November 6 Upcycled Room Decor- November 20 Holiday Carnival-December 4 Holiday Ornament Extravaganza December 18 5:00-7:00pm Ages 3 – 12 accompanied by an adult guardian New Family Friday offerings each month. Please visit huinoeau.com for the most up to date schedule and to register Bring the whole family to the Hui for a fun & creative Friday night!

Pizza will be ordered and there will be plenty of laughter, smile, and fun for all! Preregistration in required.

Drawing and Painting for Teens Age 12+ Saturdays, 6 weeks November 14 – December 26 (No class November 21) 1:00pm – 4:00pm Students will quickly improve valuable fine art skills by learning and practicing painting and drawing fundamentals. Students will work with a variety of media, including pencil, charcoal, pastels, and acrylic paint.

This class will improve self-esteem & technical skills while encouraging creative self-expression.

Tiny Hands Tuesdays, 6 weeks 9:00 am – 11:00 am November 10 – December 15 Using materials such as pastels, clay, paint and paper that stimulate create impulses and fuel artistry, children (and an accompanying adult guardian) will learn creative processes that little hands can manage with help.

There will be music, stories, and lots of fun for all.

Jewelry Designers Club: Metalsmithing Rocks!

Wednesday drop-ins (No class on November 25) / 3:00 – 5:00pm Ages 12+ Students will learn the foundational elements of mealsmithing: cutting, drilling, piercing, and soldering metal.

Projects include pendants, bracelets, earrings and/or rings. No previous jewelry experience necessary.

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After School Photo Club Visit huinoeau.com for the most up to date schedule.

Ages 12+ (Space is limited to 10)!

RESERVE YOUR SPOT or DROP-IN We will explore topics such as advanced darkroom techniques, print toning, hand-coloring, photograms, handmade developers, cyanotype and van dyke brown printing on paper and silk, chromoskedasic printing, and more! No camera needed unless you have a film camera that you would like to use.

PRESCHOOL Field Trips at Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center Bring your preschool class to the Hui for a FREE visual arts education field trip, including hands-on art projects, demonstrations, guided gallery tours, and outdoor play time!

Art Classes with Monica Knight 463-8884 www.mqknight.weebly.com mqknight@gmail.com 1053 Ulu Kanu St, Wailuku

Masters and Elements Fridays, November – December 11 No class November 27 3:15-4:15 pm 5 years old and up Learn the building blocks of art through studying the work of master artists. We will look at art spanning from the classics to contemporary work. Students will create their own art using techniques in painting, drawing, printmaking, & mixed media.

Jewelry II Fridays ,November – December 11 No class November 27 4:15-5:15 pm 10 years old and up. Great class for Teens!

This jewelry class will concentrate on more advance skills such as wire wrapping sea glass and stone, creating a beaded chain, and stamping letters into leather and metal. Elements of design will be taught as well.

Photography I Mondays, November – December 7

3:30-4:30 pm Ages 9 and up An introduction to the basics of photography: composition, lighting, color, aperture, and shutter speed. Students will photograph different genres, such as portrait, nature, and abstract. Basic photo editing using iPhoto will also be taught.

Lahaina Arts Association 661-0111 www.lahaina-arts.org Maui Youth Art Outreach Program Lahaina, Honokowai, Wailuku, Paia and Kihei Weekly, Monday - Thursday Please visit www.lahaina-arts.org for complete class schedule, including age requirements, date, location and time. The Maui Youth Art Outreach Program offers children’s art classes and art supplies to the community at no cost.

KEIKI ACADEMY

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Boys and Girls (Ages 4–7) • 5-week session (10 play days) • Thursdays & Fridays -Central Maui • Winter session begins January 14

Register online today! www.mauiunitedsoccer.org Contact or questions: michelle@mauiunitedsoccer.org

Equestrian Center • Boarding • Lessons FUN

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Events, Art & Music, Dance, Education, Sports, Camps Art Classes with Barbara Steinberg 269-6845 www.barbarasteinbergart.com Animal Kindness Club Art Class 131 S. Kihei Road, Maui Bridge Club in Kenolio Recreational Complex November 4-January 20, 12 week class 3:00pm-5:00pm Ages 5-12 Children will draw and paint animals and plants. There is much instruction to perfect their skills as young artists.

They will learn basic skills such as mixing colors and seeing colors. Beginning to advanced artists welcome! $125. Art show at the end! Please register ahead and get supply list online.

Island Art Party 808-419-6020 www.islandartparty.com Family Art Party for ages 8 and up Island Art Party - 1279 S. Kihei Rd. #109 Kihei 96753 First Saturday of every month at 2pm 2 PM Ages 8 and up Share the gift of art with the family at Island Art Party on the first Saturday of each month! Come create a beautiful painting...no experience necessary.

Maui Academy of Performing Arts (MAPA), 244-8760 www.mauiacademy.org Glee Club MAPA Main Studios 2027 Main Street, Wailuku Thursdays, January 14 – May 5 3:45 – 4:45 Ages 7-11 Gain confidence in your singing as you learn the fundamental skills of matching pitch, breath support and diction in a fun and supportive group environment. You’ll also learn simple choreography to accompany your singing. No experience necessary. $280 for the semester. Download registration form at www.mauiacademy.org.

Bounty Music 871-1141 info@bountymusic.com Music Lessons in Ukulele, Guitar, Drums, Voice and Keyboard Ongoing Classes Every Day! Age 6 and up Private music lessons for children and adults. Lessons are offered on Ukulele, Guitar, Drums, Voice and Keyboard.

We offer a great variety of musical instruments for sale from beginner to advanced. Special for new students:

Buy 2 Lessons and get 2 FREE. Just say you saw it in Maui Family Magazine.

Kupono Music Studio 276-4847 (Formerly The Marti Kluth Music Studio) www.mkluth.com mkluth@mkluth.com Private Music Lessons Kupono Music Studio 115 E. Lipoa Street, Suite #204 Kihei, HI Individual & Group classes ongoing Monday-Friday Afternoons and Evenings Ages: 5-Adult beginner to advanced Come have fun with Marti Kluth at the NEW Kupono Music Studio! Private lessons available in piano, voice, guitar & violin. Group lessons available in violin. Play on a gorgeous Kawai grand piano in air-conditioned comfort. Free practice piano for all students taking lessons anywhere! Affordable prices, flexible scheduling.

La-ti-Da Productions 280-2784 www.la-ti-daproductions.com Music Family Multiple locations Ongoing, multiple days at 9:00 am 3 months and older (see website) Musical bonding for the whole family! Classes for children & caregivers regardless of musical skill. Classes incorporate music, movement, singing story time, puppetry, parachute play, bean bag fun, and interactive play.

Piano Adventures Class Makawao Ongoing August - May multiple days, multiple times 5 yrs and older Classes are set up for 6 students in a classroom environment & is filled with group, partner and solo piano exercises. Children also participate in fun music theory lessons, interactive singing and music games. Classes for many ages & levels.

Kathleen Hamilton/Maui Piano Lessons 876-0383 www.mauipianolessons.com Piano Lessons Lower Kula Ongoing, 6 days a week Beginners to Advanced Private lessons include how to read music; technique; theory & music appreciation. 18+ yrs. experience on Maui. Free introductory lesson.

www.MAUIVIOLINLESSONS.com 283-6945 Private violin lessons in Wailea Flexible times, beginning & intermediate students ages six years through adults. Experienced & patient teacher.

Innovative teaching methods follow the interests & learning style of each student, keeping their passion for music alive. Contact Cambria Moss.

If you do not have a violin yet, please call before shopping for one.

Dance Maui Academy of Performing Arts (MAPA), 244-8760 www.mauiacademy.org Download schedules and registration forms at www.mauiacademy.org Spring Dance Semester MAPA Main Studios, 2027 Main Street, Wailuku January 9 – May 6 Mondays - Saturdays Various times Ages 3 - adult Nearly 100 weekly classes in all levels of ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, Broadway dance, contemporary and choreography for students ages three to adult.

MAPA WEST Spring Dance Semester Island Spirit Yoga, 840 Wainee St., Lahaina January 11 – May 5 Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays Various times Ages 3 - 10 MAPA is offering dance classes on the west side again! Pre-ballet, ballet, Broadway jazz and hip hop. No experience necessary. Download schedule and registration form at www.mauiacademy.org or call 244-8760 Alexander Academy of Performing Arts 878-8970 www.alexanderacademy.info Dance Classes for Children and Adults Old Kula Community Center January thru May Monday thru Saturday Morning and evening classes Ages 3-adult classes include ballet, pre ballet, creative movement, jazz, musical theater, contemporary, boys athletic dance, body conditioning, pointe and workshop classes.

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Judy’s Gang, Inc. 879-8742 Tap and Jazz Dance Classes & Exercise Classes 811 Kolu Street #104 Wailuku “Calligraphy” 9:30-10:30 am, Saturdays Mondays: Childrens Tap/Jazz Ages 3-7 and 8-12 years Saturdays, Childrens Tap/Jazz Ages 6-10 Saturday Morning Stretch 10:30-11:30 Wednesdays: Adult Strength Training with weights It’s a good time to start dancing. All levels are welcome. Check out the dancers at their BIG annual show at the MACC on January 23, 2016 “LOVE 2 DANCE.” New dancers start in February.

Ages 5 and up Sing, dance, and shine at the Upcountry Keiki Hula weekly dance class.

Children will learn the basics of Hawaiian movement, language, and culture. Geared for children 5 and up.

Come share in the aloha!

Upcountry Keiki Hula 205-0908 facebook.com/KeikiDanceClubOfMaui karynecontreras@gmail.com Kumu Karyne Daniels Upcountry Keiki Hula Wisdom Flow Yoga 95 Makawao Avenue, Pukalani Thursdays 3:30-4:30pm

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Maui Yoga and Dance Shala Keiki Program 283-4123 www.Maui-Yoga.com 381 Baldwin Ave, Paia Ages 3 and up Creative dance, yoga, keiki dance club, hip hop, and more!

Education Doris Todd Christian Academy 579-9237 www.doristoddchristian.org Open House 519 Baldwin Avenue, Paia Thursday, November 5th at 8:15 a.m.

Preschool-12th grade Come learn more about our school, take a tour and meet the teachers.

See how we make a difference everyday! All are welcome!

Haleakala Waldorf School 878-2511 www.waldorfmaui.org High School Open House Kaluanui campus at the Hui No’eau Visual Arts Centerin Makawao Saturday, November 7th, 10am-Noon Saturday, January 17th, 10am-Noon Come learn more about this new high school choice for upcountry Maui! There will be an overview of the unique program steeped in hands-on artistic learning experiences, op-

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Events, Art & Music, Dance, Education, Sports, Camps portunities for international study, and a chance to meet the high school faculty and students. Limited seats are available for next year, so come check it out and apply early!

Discover Waldorf Tour Saturday, January 30th 10 am - 12pm Come see Waldorf education come alive in the classroom. Experience lively, joyful learning in our classrooms first hand on a guided tour through the grades from early childhood through high school. Find out why Waldorf education really does work.

For the fullest experience of the guided tour, please leave children home or bring a second caregiver.

Carden Academy of Maui 573-6651 www.cardenmaui.org Middle School Information Night 55A Maka’ena Place, Pukalani Wednesday, November 18, 2015 5:30pm -6:30pm Middle School Meet teachers, see classrooms, and learn about our curriculum. We are committed to educating the whole child through a balance of academic excellence, character development, and enrichment through the arts in a nurturing, small classroom setting.

Carden Academy Pre-K-8 Open House 55A Maka’ena Place Saturday, January 23, 2016 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Grades Pre-K-8 Meet teachers, see classrooms, and learn about our curriculum. We are committed to educating the whole child through a balance of academic excellence, character development, and enrichment through the arts in a nurturing, small classroom setting.

Roots School 250 7988 office@rootsmaui.org www.rootsmaui.com Open House 740 Haiku Road Saturday, January 16, 2016 10 am to noon Preschool through 8th grade Come and meet the amazing and creative staff at Roots School and gain first hand insight into our projectbased curriculum.

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St. Anthony Junior Senior High School, 244-4190 www.sasmaui.org Admissions Open House St. Anthony Schools in Wailuku Saturday, January 23, 2016 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Preschool to 12th-grade St. Anthony Preschool, Grade School and the Junior-Senior High School will open their classrooms and provide tours through their Wailuku campus for interested individuals and families.

Montessori Orientation for Parents Every Other Friday from 6:30–7:30pm Please call to confirm your attendance.

Seabury Hall 572-7235 www.seaburyhall.org Open House School Campus 480 Olinda Rd, Makawao Saturday, January 23, 2016 8:30 registration, 9:00-11:30 program Prospective families with children entering Grades 6 - 12 Seabury Hall will hold an Open House on Saturday, January 23, 2016 for prospective students and families.

Registration at 8:30am, program at 9:00 to 11:30am. Refreshments will be served. For reservations, please call the Admissions Office.

Emmanuel Lutheran School 8736334 www.els-maui.org 520 West One Street, Kahului

Montessori School of Maui 573-0374 www.momi.org OPEN HOUSE 2933 Baldwin Ave. Makawao, January 30, 2016 Campus tours begin at 9:15 and 10:00 AM Open House closes at 11:00 AM For more information or to RSVP, please contact Admissions at 5737568. www.momi.org Maui Preparatory Academy 665-9966 mauiprep.org Admissions-School Year 2016-2017 Maui Preparatory Academy Campus Preschool-Grade 12 Monday through Friday 9am-2pm Daily Tours of Campus Montessori Eagles International Preschool 463-9355 montessorieaglesinternational.com Director Mary LopezdeLara 535 Waine’e Street in Lahaina On Going Registration Open House Every Other Sunday 3-6pm

HTA - Hawaii Technology Academy 808-676-5444 www.myhta.org Blended Learning Charter School Enrollment Opening in February 2015 Kindergarten thru grade 12 HTA is a blended learning public charter school, educating students statewide through a combination of online and face-to-face instruction.

Open House Open House for all families with students ready to attend Kindergarten through Grade 8 Save the date!

Thursday, February 18, 2016 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm A Spaghetti Dinner will be provided.

Call the school office at 873-6334 to make your reservation to attend.

Video Games from SCRATCH II Saturday, 11/14, 9:00am-noon Age: 10+ Using tools for a specific game design, students will work solor to create a 2-D version of their characters using an extended script. Students must have good SCRATCH experience or have completed SCRATCH I class. $59 Make It & Take It: Cookie Decorating Saturday, Dec 12, 10:00am-noon Age 9+ Parents accompany & stay with child.

Homemade Christmas cookies supplied along with creative designs to copy or embellish; pls also bring your own cookies. Mom or Dad are free. $39 tuition for student; $7 materials fee (per person) Free College for Kids Class: Hour of Programming Code Saturday, 12/12 1:00-2:00pm UHMC/Laulima Building Create a program and a learn about

Computer Science careers. Parent must accompany and stay with child in grades 3-5; 6th-12th graders can come solo. Maui Food Bank partner: please consider a $5 donation or 3 canned goods—bring with you on the 12th.Please register early as seating is limited!

Kids ‘n’ Cameras Saturday, 1/16, 9-11:00 am Age 10+ Bring your digital Point ‘n’ Shoot camera and discover great ways to create better pictures for your own use, school projects or the family album. You will learn to: compose the best photo; create fun angles and silly shots, and enjoy a friendly kid-critique of your work. $39 Cooking Math the Fun Way Saturday, 1/16 12:30-2:30 Ages 9-12 Have fun with measurements of grams/ounces/liquids/non-liquids to create a Saturday treat. Practice frac-

tions, multiply to make larger/smaller recipes. Eat the treats you make!

Parents must accompany 9 year olds. $39 + $7 materials fee Personal Best: Notetaking for any Subject and Study Tips the Best Students Use Saturday, 1/23 9:30-11:30 &noon-2:00, Age 10+ Learn different ways of taking notes, organizing projects and how to study for any subject. Different materials per grade level • $75 + $10 Materials Fee Pa‘ia Youth & Cultural Center 579-8354 pyccmaui.org Pa‘ia Youth & Cultural Center, Building Community Through Our Youth!

Pa‘ia Youth & Cultural Center, Pa‘ia Bay Tues-Sat. 11am-7pm Stonewave Sk8park until 9pm Thurs, Fri, Sat 9 yrs. thru high school Drop-in and discover the PYCC, North

Kaiser Permanente Health Education Classes 242-1608 Maui Lani Medical Office (2-part series) Nov. 30 & Dec. 7, 6-7:30 p.m.

Why Does My Child Do That?

Is it bad behavior or something else?

Learn strategies on how to become a behavior detective and read the clues your young child is giving you. Get an overview of basic sensory processing and the knowledge and resources you need to make decisions that support both you and your child. Free.

UHMC/OCET/EdVenture’s College for Kids 984-3231 www.edventuremaui.com Laulima Building, UHMC Partial scholarships for Saturday classes available.

College for Kids/College Bound Customized Classes: Do you have a group of friends or a club that would like a customized class in computers, technology, animation or help with note taking, studying for tests or any other special topic? We can create a class for you on the topic of your choice and on the day(s) you choose. Call 984-3466.

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Events, Art & Music, Dance, Education, Sports, Camps Shore Maui’s home for body-boarding, skating, video, photography, 88.9FM RadiOpio, cooking and more! We offer innovative life skills programs, outdoor adventures, creative art, and sports.

Membership is free.

Haku Baldwin Center 572-9129 facebook.com/hakubaldwincenter Animal Education Classes for preschool, elementary and special education (by appointment only). Group sizes (6 to 25) Humane animal education classes and tour weekly. Enjoy interacting with our animals while learning about the needs and responsibilities of taking care of dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks, and horses.

Students, parents, aides and educators welcome.

Maui Center for Child Development 873-7700 www.MauiChildDevelopment.com MCCDmaui@gmail.com 244 Papa Place, Suite 102 Fun with Handwriting Class (Printing & Cursive) 6-Week Series At 1x/Week All Ages A FUN & physical program by a trained Occupational Therapist.

Includes fun activities to strengthen upper body, improve pencil grasp and learn to form letters more easily and legibly! Some Insurances Accepted Social Skills Groups: Learn Skills to be a Better Friend!

4-Week Series 1x/Week Grades K-2 / 3-5 Your child will develop strategies to listen, communicate, problem solve, negotiate and develop good sportsmanship with peers through FUN, facilitated group activities by a therapist.

“Body Engine Program” Kids Learn to Self- Regulate!

4-6 Week Series At 1x/Week Grades K-2 / 3-5 Class to help kids learn about their “body engine” and learn strategies to self-calm and attend. This is particularly good for high activity children, sensitive children or low energy children and includes handouts for parents.

Behavior Management Strategies For Kids And Their Caregivers!

1-2 Hour Sessions In Home Or

Clinic Setting.

Toddler-Teens.

Individualized sessions with a Behavioral Specialist to work with child and family (siblings too!) to change challenging behavior patterns & create positive behavioral momentum! Sessions are customized and confidential.

Siblings Groups 1x/Week All Ages Based on “Sibshops” and run by a Behavioral Specialist. These are classes that are aimed at building a stronger relationship between siblings through fun, physical and team building activities.

Coping Skills for Children of Separation/ Divorce 5 Session Series, 1x/Week All Ages A fun and effective program by a trained pediatric Clinical Social Worker to help children learn coping skills through a curriculum and specific child-oriented activities. Workbook material and strategies given to parents as well! Some Insurances Accepted Individual Therapies for Kids & Families Assessment, Treatment & Consultation Occupational Therapy Speech Therapy Counseling Behavior Management Some Insurances Accepted Kihei Public Library 875-6833 www.librarieshawaii.org Pajama Storytime Kihei Public Library Children’s Area Last Tuesday of Month, 7:00 p.m.

Ages 3-7 Wear your PJs and fuzzy slippers, grab your teddy bear for stories, songs and movement!

Preschool Storytime Kihei Public Library Children’s Area Fridays, 10:30 a.m. for Ages 3-5 Stories, songs, movement and crafts.

Toddler Storytime Kihei Public Library Children’s Area Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

Geared for two year olds.

Simple stories, songs, movement and crafts just right for toddlers.

Young Volunteers Club Kihei Public Library Last Wednesday of each month

3:30 p.m. for Ages 7 and up Children volunteer their time and talent to help the Library with various projects.

First Fridays Teen Literature Group Kihei Public Library First Friday of each month at 3:30 p.m.

Ages 13 - 19 Teens are invited to join this book club. Discuss literature, share opinions, explore ideas. Please call for more information.

Makawao Public Library 573-8785 www.librarieshawaii.org 1159 Makawao Ave, Makawao Toddler Story Time Every Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Area.

Ages 2-5 Read aloud, simple crafts, songs and finger plays.

Children’s Chess Club Ages 7-12 The first Monday of every month from 3:00-4:30 pm.

Family Movie Night Every third Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm. For Children of all ages.

Kumon Math & Reading An after-school math and reading program that employs a unique learning method designed to help each child develop the skills needed to perform to his or her potential.

The curriculum spans material from preschool all the way up to college.

and tuition assistance available. GED Program: Career Development / Life Skills / College Prep.

Tutoring Services LLC 879-6638 Tutoring Services LLC strives to “Build a Strong Foundation” for your child.

Courses are designed to fit your child’s academic needs. One child per session provides a quiet learning environment for your child to focus and achieve success! We provide quality, individualized attention with experienced teachers!

The Learning Center of Maui 873-6217 Sandy Drake facebook.com/learningcenterofmaui Tutoring All Levels Certified teachers work with students in grades Preschool-12th.

From starting kindergarten to preparing for college, we have specialized Reading Readiness, SAT and private school entrance exam prep to help your student gain the confidence and knowledge they need to be successful.

Hui Malama Learning Center 244-5911 www.mauihui.org 375 Mahalani Street, Wailuku Open enrollment for Middle School and High School throughout the school year. GED classes are yearround. New affordable tuition rates

Maui Learning; 573-7730 www.MauiLearning.com Individualized tutoring; all academic subjects Ages 3 to adult In-home, at your office, or at the library of your choice

Customized schedule 7 days/week At family’s discretion Maui’s BEST tutoring since ‘89! Our teacher comes to YOU; YOU make the schedule; convenient payment plan.

Child and Family Service www.childandfamilyservice.org Keiki Play Morning Mobile Outreach Program Mondays @ Wai’ale Park Tuesdays @ Kula Park Wednesdays @ Kama’ole Park 3 Now-December 31, 2015 9:30am - 11:30am 0-5 Years Keiki Play Morning is a free community-based program provided by contract through the Department of Health. KPM provides a comfortable learning environment focusing on positive parenting approaches to enhance parent-child and relationships.

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Wailuku Public Library 243-5766 Keiki Story Time 251 High Street, Wailuku Every Wednesday, 10:00 am Babies, toddlers and preschoolers accompanied by parent or caregiver.

Join Auntie Tammy for fun stories, songs, action rhymes and simple crafts. Children, parents and caregivers hear stories, have fun, and meet new friends. Free.

Kahului Public Library 873-3095 www.librarieshawaii.org/programs/ childrenstorytimes.htm Keiki Storytime Kahului Library Children’s Area Saturdays, 10:30 am Preschool Nurture your child with the love of reading by attending a storytime session!

Kumon Math & Reading Centers www.kumon.com Upcountry: 276-3375 Lahaina: 250-6110 Kihei South: 446-2122 Kihei North: 893-2417 Kahului: 244-8887

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Events, Art & Music, Dance, Education, Sports, Camps Tutu and Me Traveling Preschool 249-2430 www.pidfoundation.org Early Childhood Education Program Kahului, Upcountry, Kihei, and Lahaina Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 10:30am Age 0-5 years old Tutu and Me is a free early childhood program for children ages birth to five and their caregivers. Tutu and Me provides learning opportunities for children’s social, language/literacy, cognitive, physical, and emotional development.

East Maui Watershed Partnership 573-6999 www.eastmauiwatershed.org What’s in a Watershed?

Your classroom or our watershed Ongoing or by request 3rd Grade-Adult Let us come into your classroom and bring our watershed to you. Students will learn hands on where their water comes from and why watersheds are important. Hikes into the watershed also available by request.

Reiki Hawaii 280-7704 www.ReikiHawaii.com Keiki Reiki Classes First Degree Maui Meadows 9/19 & 20 or 11/21 & 22, 2015 or 1/16 & 17, 2016 Saturday and Sunday 12:30-6:30 pm 5-95 years old Reiki Natural Healing has been practiced in Hawaii since 1936.

Children of all ages benefit from selftreatments and sharing healing energy with other people, pets, plants and more. See details: http://reikihawaii.com/reiki-training/ reiki-for-kids Bailey House Museum 244-3326 MauiMuseum.org Bailey House Museum 2375-A Main Street Monday through Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm All Ages The Bailey House Museum, also known as Hale Ho’ike’ike, is located in historic Wailuku Town on the way into ‘Iao Valley on the ancient royal compound of the ruling chiefs of Maui. Our museum preserves and displays the history and heritage of Maui.

NVC NextGen (Nonviolent Communication for the Next Generation) 575-5301 www.nvcnextgen.org Respectful Adults=Respectful Kids Classes held throughout the Maui community that can help individuals navigate through conflict with effective strategies that result in more harmony and connection.

Communicate, connect, inspire. Visit www.nvcnextgen.org for class listings and information. Questions: info@ nvcnextgen.org.

island wide. Check out or website for a full list of locations near you.

HST Windsurfing and Kitesurfing Lessons 871-5423 www.hstwindsurfing.com Windsurfing & Kitesurfing Lessons Kanaha Beach Park Daily, Time Varies All ages/All skill levels HST is Maui’s most recommended lessons source for windsurfing, kitesurfing, SUP and Surfing lessons.

Why? Because we are in the water with you for your safety and most efficient learning.

Maui WIC Program 984-8225 www.health.hawaii.gov/wic/ Friday Windsurfing for Homeschool Maui WIC Program is a free Community supplemental nutrition program for Kanaha Beach Park pregnant and breastfeeding women, Any three Fridays infants & children up to age 5. We pro- November thru May vide nutritious foods, breastfeeding 9am-11:30am support, and referrals. Clinics located Ages 6 thru 16 in Wailuku Industrial, Kahului, Upcoun- Morning windsurfing for beginners try, Kihei and Hana. USDA is a equal and advanced beginner windsurfing opportunity provider and employer. primarily for Maui’s homeschool community. Choose any 3 Fridays for one low price. Reservations required.

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Diane’s Gymnastics Academy 298-9352 www.dianesgymnastics.com info@dianesgymnastics.com Diane’s Gymnastics Academy Classes and Training DGA Gymnasium inside Crossfit Maui at 393 Lehuakona ST, Kahului Ongoing Monday - Saturday Mommy & Me and Preschool Classes Gymnastics for Beginner to Competition Level Full BOYS & GIRLS programs with all apparatus!

Aerial Silks and Free Running - Open to adults!

DGA classes implement the highest quality of gymnastics training in ordinance with USA Gymnastics training standards and code. Our professional staff applies fun-filled gymnastics activity to each class while keeping students challenged and safe.

Maui Tumblers 205-7922 www.mauitumblers.com info@mauitumblers.com Gymnastics Classes Island wide Year round Monday - Friday Pre K through Elementary Maui Tumblers Mobile Gymnastics offers recreational gymnastics classes

Kiffmann Taekwondo 877-4311 www.kiffmanntkd.com 111 Hana Hwy, Suite 201, behind Bounty Music Little Dragons (Ages 4-7) Ongoing: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 4:15pm -5pm (beginners), 5:00pm5:45pm (intermediate), Friday 5:00pm -5:45pm sparring By learning focus, basic motor skills, self control and respect for others in both playful and structured exercises, each child will accelerate at their own ability. Our junior assistants serve as excellent role models. A positive reinforcement “Star Program” is also used to modify undesirable behavior.

Kids Class (Ages 8-12) Ongoing for all levels: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 5:45pm -6:30pm, Friday 5:00pm -5:45pm sparring With over 20 years of service, we are Maui’s longest running martial arts school and the only certified Taekwondo school in central Maui.

As a “Life Prep” school we give kids the tools to succeed in life. Classes cover bully management, leadership training, and all areas of physical and mental fitness.

Taekwondo 101-Family class Ages 8 thru adults - Families That Kick Together........Stick Together!!!!!!

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Ongoing for all levels: Wednesday 6pm-6:45pm, 111 Hana Hwy, Suite 201, behind Bounty Music Ohana Martial Arts 877-5435 or 276-2621 Mon, Wed, Fri, 3:30 to 4pm lil dragons: ages 3 to 6 yrs old 4pm to 4:45 pm beginner classes: ages 7 yrs and up 4:45 to 5:30 pm advance classes 5:30 to 6:15 pm beginner classes: ages 7 and up 6:15 to 7:15 advance classes.

Tues, Thurs 4 to 4:45 pm: advance class 4:45 to 5:30 pm beginner classes: ages 7 and up 5:30 to 6:30 pm beginner classes: ages 7 and up 6:30 to 7:30 pm adult self defense ages 18 and up.

For more info. about the classes please call Anita Main.

Maui Jiu-Jitsu Academy 575-9930 www.mauijiujitsu.com info@mauijiujitsu.com Keiki and Kids Classes 810 Haiku Rd., Unit #230, Haiku We offer classes for Keiki, Juniors and Adults of all skill levels as well as private instruction. Learn balance, coordination, safety, balance and respect among other very important factors.

Maui Ki-Aikido, 244-5165 mauiaikido.com mauikiaikido@gmail.com Maui Ki Aikido Children’s Classes Shunshinkan Dojo, 194 S. Market St. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays- Ongoing Complete schedule online at mauiaikido.com/class-schedule/ Age 6 through teens All levels welcome Children will learn the basics of ki and aikido training. For more children’s and adult classes, see our website

Keiki Soccer Pros 633-4070 www.keikisoccer.com Keiki Soccer Classes Makawao, Kahului, Lahaina & Kihei Ages: 2 and up *New Mini League for Kids ages 4+ Monday-Saturday, 9am onwards Keiki soccer pros is a fun energetic soccer program for kids ages 2 and up. Our coach will give your child an amazing soccer experience with fun drills tailored to suit your child’s needs. Classes are divided by age groups. We keep classes small.

Maui United Soccer Club- Keiki Academy www.mauiunitedsoccer.org michelle@mauiunitedsoccer.org Keiki Academy Program Ages 4-7, Boys and Girls The purpose of the MUSC Keiki Academy is to introduce the game of soccer to all young boys are girls who are excited for a FUN and LEARNING soccer environment. Space is limited.

Jill ians P iiholo Stables

Ages 4 and Up

21st Annual Christmas Day Camps December 14th - 30th

Year Round Riding Lessons Daily M-F 9am to 7pm New Years Eve Overnighter Benefits • Lighted indoor Arena • Improved self-confiDec. 31st - Jan. 3rd • Excellent Horses & Ponies Features

• Natural Horsemanship

Programs

• Riding Lessons/All Ages • Mommy & Me • Weekly Saturday Camps • School Holiday Camps • MAUI HORSE WHISPERER EXPERIENCE

Designed for horse lovers of all ages & riding levels. Personalized instruction geared to each student in a pleasant learning environment. This is a hands on program where participants are guided step by step thru the many details of horsemanship.

Call Jillian at 298-7390

dence & leadership skills • Love of Horses • New Friendships (horse & human) • Decision Making • Coordination • Compassion • Fun & So Much More

Package Pricing & Early Registration Discount for Camps

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Events, Art & Music, Dance, Education, Sports, Camps Parents can register online at www. mauiunitedsoccer.org Kihei Little League Www.kiheilittleleague.org Kiheibaseball@gmail.com Kihei little league registration Ages 4-16. Must turn four by May 1st 2015 Baseball registration. December 6, 9-12pm, at Kalama park Maui Dolphins Swim Club 280-4257 mauidolphins.org Upcountry Pool, Pukalani 2015 Fall Short Course Season August - December Pukalani Pool Daily practice Monday-Friday Intro to Swim Team See mauidolphins.org for more info.

Island Aquatics Swim Team & Island Water Polo 385-5332 www.islandaquaticsmaui.com island.aquatics@yahoo.com Kihei Aquatics Center Island Aquatics Swim Team & Island Water Polo Year Round Program Swim Team: Mon - Fri 4:30 - 6:30pm Water Polo: Mon. Wed. Fri. Sun 6:30 - 7:30pm Team IA ages 5 - 18 / Island Water Polo All ages welcome Come and join the exciting world of competitive swimming, a lifetime sport. Various levels with individual coaches. Co-ed Island Water Polo is offered to all ages ( Swimming skills required) Pre-Team swimming skills classes available, too.

South Maui Tennis 250-3656 Citanmaui@gmail.com Tennis Clinic Barbara 250-3656 or Tricia (801) 694-4535 Kalama Park Tennis Courts, Kihei Wednesdays & Fridays starting at 4pm Minimum age 6 Beginner and Intermediate levels Skill specific tennis camp. Improving tennis game, tennis knowledge, and fitness level mixed with a lot of FUN! Wailuku Tennis Clinics petra@hawaii.rr.com Wailuku Tennis Cllinics War Memorial Tennis Courts, upper level courts Every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Adults/Juniors from 5:30 - 6:30 PM Ages 4 - Adult This is a year round program and drop ins are welcome. Basic and advanced beginner skill levels. We will guide you through match play. Bring your own racquet or we will provide one for you.

Most importantly though - come and have some FUN!!

Maui Ponies 280-6144 www.mauiponies.com NEW Horsemanship Classes!

Lessons are available for adults and children over 2 years old. We learn basic horse movement and play games to reinforce our skills.

After School Pony Play Every Monday from 2:00 till 5:30 pm A nice switch from other after school programs we can help with homework and ride and play. $40 each child Jillian’s Piiholo Stables 298-7390 Horsemanship Classes Ongoing Daily Our horse lesson program has quality horses and a focus on safe horsemanship, personal growth and enjoyment.

Safety and awareness, equine behavior and natural horsemanship are part of this well-rounded horse program.

Call now for early registration & multi child discounts.

Ohana Ranch of Maui 298-5864 www.ohanaranchmaui.com ohanaranchmaui@gmail.com Horse Riding Lessons Kula, Maui Ongoing Ages 2 and up Ohana Ranch of Maui has a beautiful arena 120/200. The view is spectacular. Learn riding techniques and life long skills of building relationships of trust. Western and English riding lessons. Full size horses and miniature horses.

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Camps Living Compass Maui www.livingcompassmaui.com Earth Skills Family Camp LCM is excited to welcome Rick Berry of 4 Elements Earth Education to Maui this fall! Youth programs will focus on children 7 years and older. Camp will be run with different learning tracks for youth and adults, with these tracks merging/diverging at times to provide a rich experience for all who attend.

Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center 572-6560 www.huinoeau.com Camp Kaluanui: Winter Wonderland Monday – Wednesday, 3 days 9:00am – 4:00pm Session 1: December 21 – 23 Session 2: December 28 – 30 Camp Kaluanui offers a diverse visual arts curriculum, geared to stretch minds, exercise imaginations, keep the body active, and introduce new idea-generating techniques. Campers paint, build, design, dance, sing, and play their way through a balanced variety of artistic activities each day.

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Diane’s Gymnastics Academy 298-9352 www.dianesgymnastics.com info@dianesgymnastics.com Diane’s Gymnastics Academy Winter Break Camp DGA Gymnasium inside Crossfit Maui at 393 Lehuakona ST, Kahului Monday - Friday 9:00am-12:00pm & 12:00pm-3:00pm Full or Half Days Ages 4 and up DGA Camps are exciting events packed with thrilling Gymnastics, positive team building, energetic group games, snack time, and arts & crafts. Our camps are hosted by professional staff who maintain a fun and safe environment. Pre-registration is required. Contact: DGA front desk at 298-9352 or register through the Parent Portal at dianesgymnastics.com Maui Humane Society 877-3680 ext. 20 www.mauihumanesociety.org education@mauihumanesociety.org Fall Animal Camp Maui Humane Society

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October 5th-9th Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm Grades 2 to 5 This humane education program encourages campers to consider the many different ways we share the world with other living things- with the goal of inspiring responsible pet ownership, respect and appreciation for all life. ($175/week) Maui Ponies 280-6144 www.mauiponies.com Maui Ponies Day Camp November 11th, 27th,28th and 29th For Day Camp Winter Break Camp December 18th -24th & December 26th - January 4th All camps are from 9:00am -3:00pm Ages 3-12 Kids learn about ponies, grooming saddling , washing , decorating, as well as leading them and learning to ride. We play games, do art work and just have fun! Pack a lunch we do the rest. Kids ride 2 to 3 times a day in an

open arena. Limited space so each child has their own pony for the day.

Riding horses, arts and crafts, water play and fun!!

Jillian’s Piiholo Stables 298-7390 Winter Break Camps Monday-Friday 9am-3pm Ages 4+ Our horse camp/lesson program has quality horses and a focus on safe horsemanship, personal growth and enjoyment. Ride twice a day and participate in daily tasks involved in taking care of horses. Safety and awareness, equine behavior, nutrition, and natural horsemanship are part of this well-rounded horse program. Call now for early registration & multi child discounts.

Pacific Whale Foundation 249-8811 www.mauioceancamp.org www.pacificwhale.org Winter Ocean Camp PWF’s Discovery Center, Maalaea December 21-24, 2015 and December 28-31, 2015 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Grades 1 -5 The whales are here, and camp fun is on the way! We look forward to a hands-on, minds-on marine science experience with lots of opportunities for fun in the sun! While learning about our beloved humpback whales, campers will also enjoy activities such as surfing, whalewatching, beach fun, lab exercises and crafts.

Ohana Ranch of Maui 298-5864 www.ohanaranchmaui.com ohanaranchmaui@gmail.com Winter Pony Camp Ages 5+ Kula, Maui 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

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