UHM SEED Academy News
New High School Offers Unique 'Bricks and Clicks' Education Option for Hawaii Students
OAHU, Hawaii, July 21 PRNewswire — The University of Hawaii at Manoa, Kapolei High School, isisHawaii and Ainoa, Inc. have partnered to launch UHM SEED Academy, a new public 'bricks and clicks' high school offering a blended curriculum of core, Advanced Placement, and world language courses taken online and hands-on STEM electives in science, technology, engineering and math taught on-campus at Kapolei High School. The UHM SEED Academy is a high-quality, innovative alternative to the traditional school experience and is currently enrolling students tuition-free for the 2008-09 school year, which begins August 11.
The combined online and face-to-face curriculum provides students enrolled at UHM SEED Academy at Kapolei High School the benefits of a flexible schedule, while maintaining a high-quality education. Courses are taught by experienced teachers who provide small-group instruction and individualized feedback to help students master course material. Students also benefit from ongoing interaction with teachers and peers via online and on-campus lessons and face-to-face lab and field activities.
"Our innovative 'bricks and clicks' program offers Hawaii high school students the best of both worlds — the flexibility to take core courses online, and the opportunity to take project-based, hands-on STEM enrichment classes on-campus at Kapolei High School," said Elizabeth Blake, President of Ainoa, Inc., a local Hawaii company focused on bringing revolutionary and engaging online educational content to the secondary classroom. "Our program is designed to help each student reach his or her highest academic and personal enrichment goals."
"We are excited to be involved in the launch of UHM SEED Academy at Kapolei High School, the first school to offer STEM enrichment courses, an initiative aimed at preparing students for success in the 21st century through hands-on, project-based classes in science, technology, engineering and math," noted Lynn Fujioka, President and Founder of isisHawaii, a non-profit organization that provides resources and opportunities to foster and sustain student interest in the exploration of STEM careers.
Graduates of UHM SEED Academy receive a Kapolei High School diploma accepted at colleges and technical schools throughout the U.S. While enrolled, all full-time students receive access to a broad range of standards-aligned curriculum, including language arts, math, science, social studies, world languages and Advanced Placement courses. Students have access to weekly instruction and regular individual support from experienced teachers, as well as the use of a laptop computer. UHM SEED Academy at Kapolei High School also provides students with complete access to extracurricular activities, such as service/volunteer programs, academic and special interest clubs, as well as participation in Kapolei High School sports teams for students residing in the Kapolei school district.
Tuition-free enrollment at UHM SEED Academy for the 2008-09 school year is currently available to Hawaii residents of high school age. A series of open houses will be held at Kapolei High School throughout July where students and parents can learn more about this innovative education option. For a complete list of open house dates or more information on enrollment, please visit http://www.UHMSeedAcademy.org or call 808-285-6956.
About UHM SEED Academy at Kapolei High School
UHM SEED Academy is a public, tuition-free, accredited high school program of Kapolei High School, isisHawaii, Ainoa, Inc. and the University of Hawaii at Manoa SEED office, designed to offer a high-quality, innovative alternative to the traditional school experience. Students participate in a blended curriculum of core, Advanced Placement and world language courses taken online and hands-on STEM electives in science, technology, engineering and math taken on-campus at Kapolei High School. UHM SEED Academy offers Hawaii high school students the flexibility of a combined online and face-to-face education, while setting the highest standards of academic quality.
For more information:
Marie Maas, (414) 390-5500
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