KUKUI: 1. The Kukui is the Hawai'i state tree (Aleurites moluccana), also known as the Candlenut tree because the Hawaiians used the rich oil of the kukui nut to burn as torch fuel and as candles.
2. A lamp, light or a torch.
3. Figuratively: A guide or leader.
The Parent's Guide To Private Schools In Hawaii
In bookstores OCTOBER 5, 2007
Cover page
TOC
Author's note
Introduction
Excerpt #1
Excerpt #2
"What makes this book so important is that it looks at specific
historical information about each school and a host of other
quantifiable and comparative data that were independently researched.
More importantly, this book is written by a parent who has spent
considerable time and anguish trying to answer the question:
How do I decide?"
-- From the Foreword by Joe C. Rice,
President, Mid-Pac Institute
This book was written by a parent to help parents make informed decisions about where to educate their children. It includes a school-by-school guide that details everything parents want to know about 71 private schools and 10 of the best public schools on O'ahu.
History, facilities, and philosophy
Mission statement
Religious affiliation
Tuition and fees
Financial aid and scholarships
Admission procedures and deadlines
Curriculum
Graduation requirements
College placements
Teacher credentials
Homework
Parent participation
School schedule
Dress code
Meal programs
Arts and foreign languages
Athletic programs
Traditions
Accreditations
In bookstores OCTOBER 5, 2007
Cover pageTOC
Author's note
Introduction
Excerpt #1
Excerpt #2
"What makes this book so important is that it looks at specific
historical information about each school and a host of other
quantifiable and comparative data that were independently researched.
More importantly, this book is written by a parent who has spent
considerable time and anguish trying to answer the question:
How do I decide?"
-- From the Foreword by Joe C. Rice,
President, Mid-Pac Institute
This book was written by a parent to help parents make informed decisions about where to educate their children. It includes a school-by-school guide that details everything parents want to know about 71 private schools and 10 of the best public schools on O'ahu.
History, facilities, and philosophy
Mission statement
Religious affiliation
Tuition and fees
Financial aid and scholarships
Admission procedures and deadlines
Curriculum
Graduation requirements
College placements
Teacher credentials
Homework
Parent participation
School schedule
Dress code
Meal programs
Arts and foreign languages
Athletic programs
Traditions
Accreditations