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Nä Pua No'eau

Center for Gifted and Talented Native Hawaiian Children
was established at the University of Hawai'i at Hilo in 1989 for the purpose of increasing educational enrichment opportunities for Hawaiian children in grades Kindergarten - 12th. Outreach centers were later established on the islands of Maui, Kaua'i, O'ahu and Moloka'i, Lana'i and the West side of the Island of Hawai‘i to expand activities throughout the State of Hawai'i.

Select a Nä Pua No'eau center by clicking on an educational institution on this Map or the location listed at left. For more information about Nä Pua No'eau click on the logo on this Map.

Nä Pua No‘eau center's are located at the:

University of Hawai‘i at Hilo (Main Office)

University of Hawai‘i (West Hawai‘i Center)

University of Hawai‘i at Mänoa

Maui Community College

Kaua‘i Community College

Moloka‘i Education Center

Läna‘i High & Elementary School

Program and Special Event listings below:

Nä Pua No‘eau 2009 - 2010 Student Registration

Registration forms are available at Nä Pua No'eau offices. All participants are required to register annually to update address, phone, emergency & medical data. New participants should contact the Nä Pua No'eau office nearest you for the 2008-2009 registration form or download and complete the form.

A student registration form (.pdf) can also be downloaded here.

Download "2009-10 Student registration.doc" (Microsft Word format)

‘Aha ‘Öpio Alaka‘i

Hawaiian Youth Leadership Program

(for current 10th grade students)

The Hawaiian Youth Leadership Program is funded and designed by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to provide Hawaiian youth with a broad understanding of issues in which Hawaiians are challenged with, and to be equipped with the necessary tools to resolve them. In addition to learning about the legislative process and policy development, the students will have an opportunity to learn and resolve issues through a broader venue of organizations. As they matriculate through the program the students will have an opportunity to learn about the different organizations and strategies in addressing the needs of Hawaiians and the Hawaiian community. The program components include participating in a Student Forum at the Native Hawaiian Education Association Convention, a two-week summer residential program, a series of planning sessions, and an internship.

Contact Amanda Ishigo in Hilo (808)974-7678 or email: amandacm@hawaii.edu

or the Nä Pua No‘eau office on your island for more information on this program.

Review 'Aha‘Opio Alaka‘i Flyer (.pdf)

Pathways Program – Ahupua‘a

(for students that are currently in the 8th grade and interested in science)

The Pathways Program - "Ahupua‘a" is a 3 year opportunity for students currently in grade 8. Pathways students will begin with two-week residential summer program then engage in research projects and mentorships continuing into their High School years.

Contact a Nä Pua No'eau center on your island or for more information, click here....

SUMMER INSTITUTE 2009

(for students currently in grades 6th - 12th)

This is a 2-week residential, educational enrichment program held on a University of Hawai‘i campus. A native Hawaiian content is integrated into the classes to provide students with Hawaiian role models, culture, values, history, protocol, and language. On some of the days, events may be conducted in a pavilion or camping facility that requires living in a cooperative ‘ohana environment. In addition to the enrichment in academic areas, these classes will expose students to a “living classroom” conducive to hands-on experiences in science, cultural activities and personal development.

Sorry, the 2009 Summer Institute selection process has been completed. All available Summer Institute slots have been filled. Please check back next year or feel free to complete the 2009-10 Student Registration to receive mailings of other program offering throught the year.

For more information and 2009 class description of Summer Institute click here......

Ho‘omälamalama 2009 Summer Youth Program - Hilo

(for students in kindergarten - 5th grade residing in East Hawai‘i)

This is a 2-week educational enrichment program held on the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo campus on the island of Hawai‘i. It’s an educational enrichment experience for Native Hawaiian students and their family. This year as we continue on our journey around the moku or districts of Hawai‘i, we come to the moku of Kona. Our theme will be Kona Kai ‘Öpua I Ka La‘i (The cloud bank over Kona’s peaceful sea). Our classes will include Hawaiian culture and language, art, science, mele and hula and physical education. We will have fun filled activities and exciting learning experiences about the history, physical features, culture, and human treasures of Kona.

Sorry, The Ho‘omälamalama Summer session is now Closed. Deadline was May 29, 2009.

For more information and class description......

Hideo Noguchi Scholarship for the Advancement of Native Hawaiians

The purpose of this scholarship is to assist degree-seeking students who have been enrolled in or are
currently participating in the Nä Pua Noÿeau's Center for Gifted & Talented Native Hawaiian Children programs,
which guides Native Hawaiian children in aspiring for higher academic achievement. Funds shall be used to
assist students with all costs associated with attendance, including tuition, books, and fees.

Hideo Noguchi Scholarship forms are available at Nä Pua No'eau offices.

Application Deadline was April 10th, 2009.

Announcement of Awards May 15, 2009

Nä Pua No‘eau programs are funded by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and the United States - Department of Education.

Every Child a Promise by Robie Kahakalau

University of Hawai'i at Hilo

NaPuaNoeau@npn.uhh.hawaii.edu

	Nä Pua No'eau Center for Gifted and Talented Native Hawaiian Children was established at the University of Hawai'i at Hilo in 1989 for the purpose of increasing educational enrichment opportunities for Hawaiian children in grades Kindergarten - 12th. Outreach centers were later established on the islands of Maui, Kaua'i, O'ahu and Moloka'i, Lana'i and the West side of the Island of Hawai‘i to expand activities throughout the State of Hawai'i. *Select a Nä Pua No'eau center by clicking on an educational institution on this Map or the location listed at left. For* *more information about Nä Pua No'eau* *click on the logo on this Map.*
Nä Pua No‘eau center's are located at the: University of Hawai‘i at Hilo (Main Office) University of Hawai‘i (West Hawai‘i Center) University of Hawai‘i at Mänoa Maui Community College Kaua‘i Community College Moloka‘i Education Center Läna‘i High & Elementary School
Program and Special Event listings below: Nä Pua No‘eau 2009 - 2010 Student Registration Registration forms are available at Nä Pua No'eau offices. All participants are required to register annually to update address, phone, emergency & medical data. New participants should contact the Nä Pua No'eau office nearest you for the 2008-2009 registration form or download and complete the form. A student registration form (.pdf) can also be downloaded here. Download "2009-10 Student registration.doc" (Microsft Word format) ‘Aha ‘Öpio Alaka‘i Hawaiian Youth Leadership Program (for current 10th grade students) The Hawaiian Youth Leadership Program is funded and designed by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to provide Hawaiian youth with a broad understanding of issues in which Hawaiians are challenged with, and to be equipped with the necessary tools to resolve them. In addition to learning about the legislative process and policy development, the students will have an opportunity to learn and resolve issues through a broader venue of organizations. As they matriculate through the program the students will have an opportunity to learn about the different organizations and strategies in addressing the needs of Hawaiians and the Hawaiian community. The program components include participating in a Student Forum at the Native Hawaiian Education Association Convention, a two-week summer residential program, a series of planning sessions, and an internship. Contact Amanda Ishigo in Hilo (808)974-7678 or email: amandacm@hawaii.edu or the Nä Pua No‘eau office on your island for more information on this program. Review 'Aha‘Opio Alaka‘i Flyer (.pdf) Pathways Program – Ahupua‘a (for students that are currently in the 8th grade and interested in science) The Pathways Program - "Ahupua‘a" is a 3 year opportunity for students currently in grade 8. Pathways students will begin with two-week residential summer program then engage in research projects and mentorships continuing into their High School years. Contact a Nä Pua No'eau center on your island or for more information, click here.... SUMMER INSTITUTE 2009 *(for students currently in grades 6th - 12th)* This is a 2-week residential, educational enrichment program held on a University of Hawai‘i campus. A native Hawaiian content is integrated into the classes to provide students with Hawaiian role models, culture, values, history, protocol, and language. On some of the days, events may be conducted in a pavilion or camping facility that requires living in a cooperative ‘ohana environment. In addition to the enrichment in academic areas, these classes will expose students to a “living classroom” conducive to hands-on experiences in science, cultural activities and personal development. Sorry, the 2009 Summer Institute selection process has been completed. All available Summer Institute slots have been filled. Please check back next year or feel free to complete the 2009-10 Student Registration to receive mailings of other program offering throught the year. For more information and 2009 class description of Summer Institute click here...... Ho‘omälamalama 2009 Summer Youth Program - Hilo (for students in kindergarten - 5th grade residing in East Hawai‘i) This is a 2-week educational enrichment program held on the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo campus on the island of Hawai‘i. It’s an educational enrichment experience for Native Hawaiian students and their family. This year as we continue on our journey around the moku or districts of Hawai‘i, we come to the moku of Kona. Our theme will be Kona Kai ‘Öpua I Ka La‘i (The cloud bank over Kona’s peaceful sea). Our classes will include Hawaiian culture and language, art, science, mele and hula and physical education. We will have fun filled activities and exciting learning experiences about the history, physical features, culture, and human treasures of Kona. Sorry, The Ho‘omälamalama Summer session is now Closed. Deadline was May 29, 2009. For more information and class description...... Hideo Noguchi Scholarship for the Advancement of Native Hawaiians The purpose of this scholarship is to assist degree-seeking students who have been enrolled in or are currently participating in the Nä Pua Noÿeau's Center for Gifted & Talented Native Hawaiian Children programs, which guides Native Hawaiian children in aspiring for higher academic achievement. Funds shall be used to assist students with all costs associated with attendance, including tuition, books, and fees. Hideo Noguchi Scholarship forms are available at Nä Pua No'eau offices. Application Deadline was April 10th, 2009. Announcement of Awards May 15, 2009 Nä Pua No‘eau programs are funded by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and the United States - Department of Education.