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| Ko Kula Kai |
Ko Kula Kai focuses on Hawaiian coral reefs as ecological communities, recreational sites and the foundation of our ocean's food chain. We experiment with close-system aquaculture and alternative water treatment through our Living Machine project. We engage in reef surveys on the kona and windward coasts of O'ahu. We explore and evaluate our roles as consumers as well as stewards of these unique ocean habitats in the hopes that we can find a balance between the two. Language Arts
Through reading and writing workshops students develop an understanding of the material and use this understanding to create original works drawn from their own life experiences. Students will improve on the basic skills in writing, grammar, and oral fluency. Assignments will pertain to the projects listed above and the general theme, "Ko Kula Kai."
Math
Our self-paced, computer math program allows students to move with some freedom through the curriculum based on their ability. It also encourages self-monitoring, self-assessment and accountability. Math concepts will also be applied to solve real problems in the projects. Graphing and statistics skills will be used to record and analyze data. As we monitor water quality on the reefs, we will practice converting rations to percentages to decimal numbers. We will use our knowledge of variables and equations to create successful fundraisers for our end-of -the-year campout.
Science
Following our theme, "Ancient and Modern," we explore how the scientific version of creation is a reflection of the wisdom of our kupuna and how we can perpetuate that wisdom through scientific exploration and technology. We begin at the beginning: creation of our universe. From there, we explore the mystery of life on the planet as well as the creation and inhabitation of Hawai'i. We focus on scientific inquiry, environmental ecology, taxonomy and technology from both ancient and modern perspectives, and revolving around our projects (described above). |
