Frequently Asked Questions - Summer Session
Q:
What are some of the activities my child will be participating in during free time and weekends?
A:
When your child is not engaged in classes, sports, and study hall, our summer session staff organizes evening games, ice-cream socials, dances, and movies. Weekend activities take place off campus where students are exposed to the natural splendor the Big Island has to offer. Some excursions include glass-bottom boat ride, zip-line through the rain forest, ATV rides along valley rims, and beach trips.
Q:
My child is not a U.S. citizen. Will he need to apply for a Visa?
A:
Currently 35 countries participate in the Visa Waiver Program which allows its citizens to travel to the U.S. with a valid passport and without a Visa. For those citizens of countries that do not participate in the VWP, a B-1 Visitors Visa is required.
Q:
What is included with the tuition?
A:
Boarding tuition includes room & board, three 2-hour classes, after school intramural sport, some books and supplies, and weekend excursion fees. Day tuition includes the class instruction, and some books and supplies. Lunch and after school sport may be purchased separately
Q:
Will my child receive school credit for classes?
A:
Classes are for enrichment only, with the exception of the upper school course, Marine Science seminar (2-part class, four hours daily). Upon completion of the course, the student will receive a letter grade and a half science elective credit.
Q:
Where are the boarding students from?
A:
Our diverse summer session student body have come from Canada, China, French Polynesia, Germany, Guam, Japan, Korea, Russia, Singapore, Thailand, Ukraine, and continental United States, and Hawaiian Islands.
Q:
How many students are accepted to Summer Session?
A:
We accept approximately 80 boarding students and 40 day students.
Q:
When will I know if my child has been accepted?
A:
The decision on your child’s acceptance is made once we have received your completed application, teacher recommendation, and school transcript (and any supporting documents, if requested).
