Native Hawaiian Program Hosts College Bound Workshop

By Wendy Osher

Na Pua Noe'au Logo.

Na Pua No’eau-Maui, the center for gifted and talented Native Hawaiian children, hosts a College Bound event this Sunday for students in grades K through 12th.  The event, also known as College Goal Sunday, gives students a glimpse into careers and professions of interest, and provides guidance on educational funding.

The workshops run from noon to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at the University of Hawaii Maui College campus, at the Ka’aike Building.  Students should apply in advance by calling 984-3364 by January 26, 2011.

The schedule of events is as follows:

• Grades K-5: 12-12:15 p.m. Check-in and registration; 12:15-12:20 p.m. Introductions; 12:20-3:25 Various activities.
• Grades 6-8: (should wear sneakers and socks for outdoor activities) 12-12:15 p.m. Check-in and registration; 12:15-12:20 p.m. Introductions; 12:20-3:25 p.m. Activity/Games/Ownership.
• Grades 9-11:  12-12:15 p.m. Check-in and registration; 12:15-12:20 p.m. Introductions; 12:20-1:20 p.m. College 101; 1:25-2:20 p.m. College 102; 2:25-3:25 p.m. Now What