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FALL 2011

Preschool | ElementaryHongwanji Mission School................................................5Star Of The Sea Elementary...............................................7University Avenue Baptist ..................................................4

Middle | High SchoolAcademy of the Pacific (6-12) ..........................................6

Pre-K to 12th GradeAssets School ......................................................................5Island Pacific Academy .....................................................4Mid Pacific Institute............................................................9Pacific Buddhist Academy...............................................12St. Andrews Priory School................................................10

Higher EducationLinfield College...................................................................6Menlo College...................................................................11

MiscellaneousDr. Takahashi Juku ............................................................10Kid Potential Hawaii...........................................................8Leahi Swim School......................................................3, 4, 6Manoa Japanese Language School..................................4Na‘au..................................................................................10Waialae Japanese School ..................................................7YMCA of Honolulu .............................................................9

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FALL 2011

The first day of schoolcan create butterflies in thestomachs of parents andchildren. However,following a few tips canalleviate feelings ofnervousness. August and Septemberare prime months for thereturn to school. Whetherthis is a child’s first timeentering the classroom orhe or she has done theback-to-school thingmultiple times, it’s notuncommon for feelings ofanxiety to arise. There areexpectations andunknowns with each andevery school year for boththe students and theirparents. Pivotal years, suchas kindergarten, 6th gradefor middle-schoolers, fresh -man year of high school, orthe start of college cancreate added levels of jittersbecause these years markentry to a new school ornew routine. But keeping afew pointers in mind canalleviate some of the fears.•Keep a routine. It isimportant for parents andstudents to get back intothe school swing of thingsa few weeks prior to thefirst day of school. Startsetting alarm clocks for thehour at which kids willhave to awaken, and get

them in the habit of risingfrom bed and starting theday. Try to schedulesomething to do each daythat will be the inspirationfor getting moving, such asschool supply shopping.Take the carpool route toschool, or find out wherethe school bus stop may be.These practice sessionswill enable the family todecide how much time isneeded to get ready in themorning and makechanges accordingly.•Mention school fre-quently. Begin talkingabout school and what isnecessary to prepare. Besure to talk about the moreenjoyable aspects ofschool, such as seeingfriends, participating ine x t r a c u r r i c u l a r activities and even thechange of scenery schoolprovides. Mention thethings your child may ex-pect. Hearing about schoolfrequently can reducefeelings of anxiety.

•Visit the school. If this isthe student’s first timeentering this school, youcan take advantage oforientation days for newstudents or schedule anindividual visit to theschool. A tour and ameeting with the principalwill also assuage some

fears of the unknown. Thiscan also calm anyapprehension parents mayhave, because they, too,will know the layout of theschool, its policies, andwho will be watching overtheir children.•Don’t be nervous.Children often look totheir parents for guidelineson how to behave. A parentwho is overly nervous orsad about the first day ofschool could make theirkids nervous, too. Put on abrave face and keep anyanxiety hidden until kidshave left for school.•Be prepared. Gathersupplies, practice thedriving route, lay outclothes, make lunch thenight before, get a goodnight’s rest, and set thealarm clock. Knowing allof the controllable factorsare handled can ease themind of parents andstudents.•Stay positive. Always keepconversations about schoolgeared toward the positive.If children mention thingsthat frighten them, calmthose fears and show theupside to attending school.Provide examples of yourown school experiencesand how everything turnedout for the best.

The first day of school

can be a time ofuncertainty for studentsand parents. Adults arefacing a new stage in their

lives, and children areawaiting a classroom ofnew faces and require -ments. Preparing for the

first day can alleviate someof the anxiety aboutheading off to school for anew year.

Alleviating First-Day-of-School Jitters

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www.leahiswimschool.comHonolulu

988-7146Pearl City

456-4506The pulse of paradise.


Manoa JapaneseLanguage School has thelargest enrollment of anyJapanese language schoolin Honolulu and is locatedin beautiful Manoa at 2804E. Manoa Road. The highenrollment is due to itsexcellent teachers andcurriculum. Available arereading, writing andspeaking. Also available is

soroban and group singing.After school care isavailable with responsiblepersonnel to guide them.We are now acceptingapplications for the fallschool year 2011-2012 forgrades K-12. On ourcampus we also have Judo,Aikido, Kumon and ballet.For more informationplease call 988-2602.

Our 101 Years of EducationMANOA JAPANESE LANGUAGE SCHOOL

Starts August 1, 2011• Weekday Classes:

2:50-3:30pm3:40-4:20pm

Free Afterschool Care Until 6:00pm•Saturday Children Classes: 9:30am-11:00am• High School and Adult Classes: 1pm-3pm

For information call 988-26022804 East Manoa Road

Fall Session (grades K-12)

IPA is West Oahu’slargest accredited,independent collegepreparatory school forJunior Kindergartenthrough Grade 12. Theschool represents theleading edge incontemporary educationwhile promoting high

moral and personal ethicalstandards and emphasizesimportant life skills, suchas critical thinking andproblem solving within avalues-based context.

A candidate school tobecome an InternationalBaccalaureate (IB) WorldSchool, IPA also offers a

coordinated and integratedcurriculum that assuresstudents will have a strongfoundation for meetingnew challenges whilebecoming lifelong learners.

To find out more aboutfall enrollment at IPA,Please call 674-3563 or visitwww.IPAHawaii.org.

Island Pacific AcademyEmphasizes Life Skills

Accepting applicationsfor Fall 2011 enrollment

Limited space is available. Please call 674-3563 or visit www.IPAHawaii.org.

With an enrollment of 660students, IPA is West Oahu’s largest accredited, independent college preparatory school for Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. IPA offers: • Leading edge curriculum • A safe and supportive learning environment • Competitive ILH sports

Photo courtesy of Island Pacific Academy.

Manoa JapaneseLanguage School

LEARN TO SWIM!www.leahiswimschool.comSensitive & Caring InstructorsLEAHI SWIM SCHOOL

Honolulu • 988-7146Pearl City • 456-4506

2305 University Avenue • 947-6679

Now Enrolling Children Ages2 to 5 years

Providing children withquality education and carein a loving environment.Open 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Part-time schedules available

Founded in 1949

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Assets School makesa difference in the lives ofchildren who learn differently. The schoolprovides an individual-ized, integrated learningenvironment for studentswho are gifted, dyslexic orjust learn differently. ��

With a student-to-teacher ratio of 8-to-1,Assets has designed class-room instruction aroundthe individual learner,with both accelerationand/or remediation avail-able. Teachers concentrateon knowing each child’slearning needs and creating a curriculum

that delivers content and improves skills. A multi-sensory teachingapproach is used toensure that lessons have amaximum impact onlearning. More than 90%of Assets graduates attendcollege each year. AssetsSchool provides studentswith the knowledge, skillsand capabilities to liverich and meaningful lives.The 2011-12 school yearbegins August 17th. Applications can be down-loaded atwww.assets-school.net orrequested by calling 423-1356.

Assets SchoolIs Making ADifference

Welcome to Hongwanji MissionSchool. We are a coeduca-tional school that has beenserving our communitysince 1949. We are currently accepting appli-cations for the 2011-2012school year. The Hong-wanji Mission School,which is accredited byWASC and HAIS, is a pri-vate, coeducational schoolfor the students in pre-school (age 3) throughgrade 8. Pacific BuddhistAcademy, which shares thecampus with HMS, offersstudents opportunity tocontinue into high school.Located in Nuuanu Valley,

our facility provides a safelearning environment aswell as a library, a com-puter center, music room,gym and swimming pool.

Our mission is to “develop children academ-ically, physically, socially,and spiritually throughprograms that are guidedby Buddhist values.”

Attending HongwanjiMission School offersmany benefits, includingan average class size of fifteen students to onehome room teacher. Spe-cial resource teachersenrich students learningin music, drama, art,Japanese language, physi-

cal education, computerliteracy, library and taikoclasses. Students developleadership skills with helpfrom a school counselorand a student servicescoordinator.

Our students partnerwith their parents to support community serviceprojects. Our unique values-based programsincorporates the latesttechnology to help stu-dents become excited,active participants in proj-ect-based learning that isconnected to the realworld.

In addition to the reg-ular school day, the school

offers an after school pro-gram until 5:00 p.m. Theafter school classesinclude study hall, Japan-ese language, LEGOrobotics, computer tech-nology, art, music, aikido,karate, ukulele, sports,swimming, and tennis, toname just a few of theofferings. Morning care isoffered to primary age students. HMS continuesto strive toward its goal ofeducating the whole childwith challenging programsand activities.

For more informationcall 532-0522, or visit us atwww.HongwanjiMission-School.org

Guided by Buddhist Values


Learning differently isn’t a problem. Just ask these famous people: Whoopi Goldberg, Ted Turner and Charles Schwab. All dyslexic and all successful. At Assets School, we give gifted learners, who happen to learn differently the tools they need to succeed in school and in life.

Bright kid…unhappy at school? Assets could be the place for you.

Apply now! Classes start August 17th.

Call 423-1356 or visit www.assets-school.net

One Ohana Nui Way, Honolulu, HI 96818

Many kids learn differently, so at Assets we teach differently. But don’t ask us, ask our students. Ask their parents. Ask our teachers, administrators and staff. They’ll tell you about learning that transforms lives.

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12:1 student-to-faculty

ratio. More than 50% study

abroad. 25% play varsity

sports. That’s the power of a

small college. That’s the power of Linfield.

Outstanding collabo-rative learning opportuni-ties, nationally rankedNCAA Division III athlet-ics and extensive interna-tional study pro grams. . .just a few reasons Linfield College in Oregon hasbeen recognized as a “hidden jewel” among thenation’s colleges and whyover 90% of our graduatesare employed or in graduate school withinone year.

Around here, you willget to know your profes-sors, and they will get toknow you. You will bechallenged to find yourtrue passion. That’s thepower of a small college.That’s the power of Linfield.

Learn more by re -questing a viewbook atwww.linfield.edu/getinfoor calling 1.800.640.2287.

Find Your True Passion


Finding the right education fit for your child can be a challenge.

Academy of the Pacific offers a learning experience tailored

to each child’s unique potential.We allow children to discover

and experience something truly extraordinary–themselves!

A Unique Learning Proposition:• Teacher to student ratio averages 1 to 8

• Progressive and passionate faculty

• Project-based, hands-on learning

• Individualized curriculum and attention

• Small campus environment

Don’t let your child become a missing piece.

A Place For Your Child To SHINE.

For a personal tour, conductedat your convenience, call

(808) 595-6395or visit aop.net and read aboutour Unique Learning Proposition

How is a sailboatbuilt? When you build thatsailboat what math andscience should you takeinto consideration? Howcan energy be producedwithout fossil fuels? Howcan you determine yourenergy and carbonfootprint and what can youdo about it? What kind ofbusiness can be developedto help sustainability andpromote “green”? Wheredoes ocean debris go?How can we use ourrecycled paper and foodleftovers to createfertilizer for our plants?How can we growvegetables in a limitedspace?

These are some ofthe questions pursued bystudents at the Academyof the Pacific as theylearn the nationalcontent standards forphysics, sociology, globalissues, environmentalscience, marine science,and other subjects whilelearning 21st Centuryskills of research,inquiry, communication,presentation, leadership,and teamwork.

Project Based Learn -ing is one of the in -structional approachesused at the Academy of thePacific to engage studentinterest and motivationwhile promoting in depthlearning.

Project Based Learning

LEARN TO SWIM!Small Classes • Heated Poolswww.leahiswimschool.comLEAHI SWIM SCHOOL

Honolulu • 988-7146Pearl City • 456-4506

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Grades K-9

LearnJapaneseLanguage

and Culture.

AFTER SCHOOLPROGRAM

Classes startTuesday,

August 2nd

For information call 737-21441045 19th Avenue • www.waialaejapaneseschool.org

Waialae JapaneseSchool (WJS) is a kindergarten throughninth-grade Japanese language school programwhere reading and writingof hiragana, katakana, andkanji; listening and read-ing comprehension; con-versation and Japaneseculture are taught.

Classes are held Monday through Friday at Waialae ElementaryPublic Charter School

(WEPCS) as an after-school program. Classesare 50 minutes in length;start time is determined bygrade level.

Because classes areheld at WEPCS, WJS follows that school’s year-round schedule. Interestedfamilies can visit www.waialaejapaneseschool.orgor call 737-2144 to registeror to obtain additional information.

Waialae Japanese School

Star of the Sea is aw e l l - e s t a b l i s h e d ,accredited educationalcomplex that includes anelementary and middleschool that opened 65years ago and an EarlyLearning Center (ELC)that opened in 1980. Bothare Catholic schools, butoffer year-roundeducational programs forchildren of all faiths.

The ELC is aMontessori school that

fosters a child’s love oflearning, the joy ofdiscovery, and their senseof well being.

The elementary andmiddle schools offer acomplete curriculum ofcore subjects, state-of-the-art science andcomputer labs, an airconditioned gymnasium,art, music, PE, teamsports, Hawaiian andSpanish languages, andESL.

Star of the Sea–Where Learning

Never Ends

• Toddler – 8th Grade

• Quality education in aChristian environment

• Highly successfulplacement in privatehigh schools

• Curriculum aligned withNational Core Standards

• Standardize test scoresabove National average

• Accredited by WCEA,AMS,WASC, & NAYCE

• English as a SecondLanguage (ESL) Program

• Small Classes

• Excellent Fine ArtsProgram

Star of the Sea School4469 Malia StreetHonolulu, HI 96821(808) 734-0208www.starofthesea.org

Star of the Sea EarlyLearning Center4470 Aliikoa StreetHonolulu, HI 96821(808) 734-3840www.starelc.org


Increase reading levels up to 4 yearsin 60 hours!

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For FREE TESTING call Stacy Smith at 744-2867 *Ages 6 to Adult

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Kid Potential Hawaii

Leahi Swim School hasbeen teaching Hawaii’skeiki and adults to swim for38 years. Student/teacherratios are kept small.Learning to swim is fun atLeahi Swim School andconducted in a nurturingenvironment. Both lo -cations have heated pools.Their Pearl City pool hasjust been renovated. Threequarters of the pool is nowshallow with built-in sittingledges surrounding.Students learn water safetyas well as the love for thesport of swimming.

For information calltheir Honolulu location at988-7146 or their Pearl Citylocation 456-4506. Visittheir website at:www.leahiswimschool.com

LearningTo SwimIs Fun

At LeahiSwimSchool

Photo courtesy of Leahi Swim School.

Kids Increase Reading LevelsKid Potential Hawaii

is one of 550 providers oftwo nationally researchedpro grams called PACE(Pro cessing and CognitiveEnhancement) andMaster the Code. The goalof the programs is to buildbrain-based learningskills until the child (oradult) reaches or exceedsage-appropriate levels.

Children can increasereading levels up to fouryears in only 60 to 72hours of individualinstruction, says KidPotential Hawaii ownerand cognitive trainerStacy Smith. “These areprograms with provenresults.” Students are ableto learn easier and faster,and gain confidence, she

says. Students typicallygain between 10 and 30 IQ points over the courseof the 12-week program.

Kid Potential Hawaiiserves students from age6 to adult. Among thebenefits of the programare higher IQ, increasedreading and spellinglevels, less time spent onhomework, higher self

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The comprehensivescreening is free! Don’tpass up the opportunity tohelp your child improvehis or her ability to learn. Call Stacy at 744-2867 or online atwww.kidpotential.net

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It’s back to school withthe YMCA! If your family islooking for a place that issafe, nurturing andstimulating, check out theY. Our Youth Developmentmission is to provide an environment wherechildren and teens learnthe core values of caring,honesty, respect andresponsibility, and engagein activities that fostercharacter development.

Whether you enrollyour children in the Y’s A+after school program, fall orwinter intersession, youthsports, swimming, dance,martial arts or teenleadership programs, theywill take a greater interestin learning and making

smarter life choices. At theY, children and teens learnteamwork and positivebehaviors, and can exploretheir unique talents andinterests to help them togrow, thrive and dream big!

The YMCA offers A+ atover 40 sites across Oahu,and provides an array ofprograms to choose from.YMCA branches includeAtherton, Central, Kaimuki-Waialae, Kalihi, Leeward,Mililani, Nuuanu, Wind -ward and YMCA CampErdman on the NorthShore. Financial assist -ance is available. View ourfall offerings and year-round programs atwww.ymcahonolulu.org.

Dream Big!OPEN HOUSE OCTOBER 22 • RSVP 973-5005

MID-PACIFIC INSTITUTE

www.midpac.edu

Mid-Pacific Institute Setting The Bar

Mid-Pacific Institute,one of Hawaii’s mostdynamic and forward-thinking educational insti-tutions, continues to setthe bar as a rigorous, coed-ucational, college pre -paratory day school for preschool, kindergartenand grades 1-12. Consistently, Mid-Pacificis recognized as an inno-vator in educational,technological and artisticprograms that developenlightened learners and

leaders. MPI is committedto providing a learningenvironment where stu-dents reach their fullpotential academically,artistically, physically andsocially. Home to 1,525 stu-dents from more than 15countries, this interna-tionalism promotes anunderstanding and respectfor diversity that is essen-tial in the globalcommunity. Mid-Pacificwas the first school inHawaii to offer a pre-pro-

fessional arts trainingprogram as a complementto its college-preparatorycurriculum, as well as thefirst school in the state tooffer the InternationalBaccalaureate DiplomaProgram. One of Hawaii’seducational leaders, Mid-Pacific strengthens andnurtures the whole ofevery child enrolled.www.midpac.edu. OpenHouse October 22 • RSVP973-5005.

Photo courtesy of Mid-Pacific Institute.

The VisionThe Priory

The Excellence

AnEducationChoicethat lasts aLifetime.

The Episcopal school for girls, K–12, offering academic rigor in small classes that

results in 100% College matriculation.

UPCOMING ADMISSION EVENTS

• MIDDLE SCHOOL INFORMATION FAIR – Nov. 10

• FALL OPEN HOUSE – Nov.13

• QUEEN EMMA MERIT SCHOLARSHIP TESTING – Jan.15

ST. ANDREW’S

PRIORYCall 536-6102 • Apply online at www.priory.net

Summer/Fall 2011 Learning Programs

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SSAT “Complete Package”

Prep Program:• Vocabulary Building• Reading Comprehension• Essay Writing • Math• Analogies/Synonyms• Interview Skills• Test-Taking Strategies & Confidence Building

Expository Writing Institutes:9am to 1pm (Ends on 8/18/11)College Prep:P/SAT, ACT & Admission/Scholarship Application Essays

Our Award-Winning, Year-Round After-School Writing Classes & Tutoring:Homework Kokua 911 (all ages), Pre K & 4th Grade Test Prep,Hawaiian Language (Prep-K-Gr. 3)

Register ONLINE at www.yamanakanaau.comCall 548-NAAU(6228)

2304 S. King Street, Ste. 201, (in front of Old Stadium Park)Phone: 808-949-3366, FAX: 808-947-8866

Email address: [email protected]: www.juku-in-hawaii.com

SINCE 1977

August 1 – Dec. 17, Sun – Sat, 8am – 6pm#1 Punahou/Iolani Admission Class (K to 11th): 40 hrs#2 PSAT, SAT, SAT II Focus Class (9th to 12th): 20 hrs#3 Subject Enrichment Class (3yrs to 12th): 20 hrsMath (thru AP Calculus), English, Writing, Japanese, Chinese

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St. Andrew’s PriorySchool, the K-12 Episcopalschool for girls, with 100%4-year college-boundgraduates, and located inthe capitol district, willhold a Middle SchoolInformation Fair onThursday, November 10,2011, and an AdmissionsOpen House on Sunday,November 13, 2011. Thestrong sense of commu-nity, culture of rigorousacademics, and climate ofempowerment makes St.Andrew’s Priory School’sall girls’ education trans-formative. Visit; meet

students and faculty tounderstand the many rea-sons we teach and learnat the Priory. See howadvanced technology,along with personal atten-tion are central to theeducation process. Learnhow the college prepara-tory curriculum thatincludes visual & per-forming arts, competitiveathletics and spiritualdevelopment, successfullyset each student oncourse to fulfill her goalsfor the future. Call 536-6102; visit www.priory.net.

St. Andrew’s PrioryTransforms Education

Na‘au Provides HolisticEducational Opportunities


Naàu is a place oflearning committed toserving and nurturing theacademic needs of stu-dents Pre-K to grade12. Weprovide support for all sub-ject areas, as well astutoring for Pre-K admis-sions, 4th gradeadmissions, SSAT, P/SAT,ACT preparation, and allrelated educational neces-sities for a successfuleducation. Naàu providesholistic educational oppor-tunities for ourstudents—their educa-tional achievement,personal, emotional, and

social concerns. Naàubelieves in the greatestpotential in each one of ourstudents to achieve theirhighest academic goals.We are grounded in thebelief that poetry is thefoundation for all goodwriting and nurture thatability in each child. Wehave the only curriculumdesigned specifically withthis foundation and believethat your child’s writingwill flourish under ourmentorship. Our SummerExpository Writing Instituteprogram continues untilAugust 18, 2011, 8:30am-

1pm to accommodate all ofour private school childrenwho still have not returnedto school for the Fallsemester. We can be flexi-ble with most anyschedule to accommodateyour personalized goals foryour child this summerand in fact year-round,including after-school andduring school breaks. Somany children grow up atNaàu: please get to knowus. We have an OpenHouse on every 3rd Satur-day of the month at4:30pm. RSVP via e-mail [email protected].

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Dr. Takahashi Juku(juku means specializedprivate tutoring) has beenselected as the Best Tutorof Honolulu by the U.S.Commerce Association(2009 & 2010) for itsexcellent quality andoutstanding success rate:27 accepted by Iolani(38%), 48 by Punahou(51%) in 2010. Our staff iscomprised of an array of

degrees and specialties:ten BAs, two BSs, fourMAs, a PHD, an MD;including two retiredteachers and five activepublic school teachers.

Juku classes: #1Kindergarten Admission,#2 Fourth Grade PunahouAdmission, #3 SSAT (5th – 11th grade), #4 SAT(9th – 12th), and #5 SubjectEnrichment (up to Pre-

Calculus and College EssayWriting).

Students accomplishone academic year’s worthof subject material in lessthan 20 hours. Tutoringsessions may be scheduledany day, at any hour,between 8am-6pm this fallterm (August 1 –December 17).

Students registered byJuly 15th will receive $160

off every 20 hours of 1-to-1classes (one teacher, onestudent) and $80 off every20 hours of 1-to-2 classes(one teacher, twostudents).

Dr. Takahashi Juku islocated across Old StadiumPark, on the second floor,above Super Geeks. Call949-3366 to setup a freeevaluation or visitwww.juku-in-hawaii.com.

Specialized Private Tutoring

Menlo College, namedamong the best collegesand universities in thewestern region by ThePrinceton Review is a private, four-year, accred-ited, residential collegelocated in Atherton, Califor-nia. Its location in one ofthe world’s most innovativegeographical areas enablesthe College to create a valu-able market niche for itselfas Silicon Valley’s BusinessSchool. As the Silicon Valley

continues to pioneer inbusiness, Menlo College,develops graduates who arecritical thinkers, and strate-gic communicators whoflourish in the global environment. The college’sinnovative undergraduatecurriculum, and interna-tional makeup, equipstudents with skills tobecome 21st century leadersand entrepreneurs.

Menlo DevelopsCritical Thinkers

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Pacific BuddhistAcademy (PBA) teachersacademically challengeand spiritually nurtureeach student in order todevelop leaders who workeffectively and compas-sionately with others.PBA is a demandinglearning environmentwhere a Buddhist app -

roach to peace is integrat-ed into all classes andactivities. An averageclass size of 13:1 allowsteachers to provide personalized instruction.Students learn through aprocess of critical exami-nation of ideas, collabora-tive, active engage–ment and reflective

self-discovery. Fully WASC/HAIS

accredited, PBA is an independent collegepreparatory high schooladjacent to downtownHonolulu, and part of acoordinated system ofBuddhist education, pre-kindergarten throughgrade 12. We welcome

students of all beliefs andreligious backgrounds;applicants are notrequired to be or expectedto become Buddhists.

For more informa-tion, contact us directly at (808) 532-2649 or byemail: [email protected] 1710 Pali Hwy, HonoluluHI 96813.

Pacific Buddhist Academy Develops Leaders, Integrates Peace

Call (808) 532-2649 for fall enrollmentin grades 9 through 12.

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Rigorous academics. Small classes.Active approaches to learning.All beliefs are welcome.

Pacific Buddhist Academy: a high school, educating peace leaders

Academic Challenges,Personal Growth

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