Extended Learning
Co-Curricular Programs

Hawaiian Arts

HĀ offers cultural immersion opportunities for students in kindergarten – grade 12 in a creative and fun environment.

Program Dates for 2023 - 2024

Fall Semester: Aug. 21 - Dec. 15, 2023
Spring Semester: Jan. 8 - Apr. 4, 2024


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  • What to expect

    The program teaches life skills and Hawaiian values through mele (songs,) oli (chants), arts and crafts, and other explorations in the Hawaiian culture.

    Hawaiian arts cannot be separated from the culture, language and values of Hawaiʻi. An integration of all these areas, including the use of ʻŌlelo (Hawaiian language) are incorporated into the curriculum and classroom activities in order to enhance second language skills, cultural perspectives, and a greater sense of self- and social awareness.

    Classes are appropriate for students with little or no experience, as well as for those who have studied the language and/or culture.

Additional Information

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  • Days, Times and Fees

    Classes are held only on days when the Junior School is in session. See the course catalog for specific times and fees.
  • Instructors

    The HĀ program offers qualified, professional faculty, many of whom are active, and well-respected educators and leaders in the community.

    Hula
    Kumu Hula Doreen Doo
    Lia Sheehan
    Leilehua Utu

    Samoan Dance
    Reo Tafai

    Ukulele
    Cory Mau
    Wil Tafolo

    Leilehua Utu
    Director, Hawaiian Arts

    Co-Curricular Programs
    cocurricular@punahou.edu
    808.945.2488
  • Escorting

    Parents enrolling K – grade 5 students should review the information about escorting.
The admission of any student in the School’s extended learning programs is at the sole and absolute discretion of Punahou School in accordance with applicable laws. Admission criteria may be modified from time to time without notice by the School. Furthermore, students with past due billing accounts may not be eligible to enroll in these programs until their accounts are brought current. All payments made to the School will be allocated first towards unpaid Punahou tuition.


Co-Curricular Programs Office

Bishop Hall
cocurricular@punahou.edu
808.945.2488
Hours: M – F, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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