1. The EOC helps seniors planning to go to college. EOC is a federally funded TRiO program that provides free assistance to Maui County high school seniors with nationwide college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, & more! To benefit from EOC services, your senior must 1) Complete an EOC Request for Service Form, available at www.maui.hawaii.edu/services/eoc (click on “Parent Letter” link to download) or from the 12th grade counselor. 2) Call EOC at 984-3286 for help with the form. 3) Turn in completed form to your high school counselor.
   
   
2. Exchange Programs: If your senior is interested in experiencing a college education on the mainland, but don’t think you can afford it? EOC can help you explore your options with the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) & National Student Exchange (NSE) programs. EOC will also be providing informational workshops on scholarships soon! Questions? Call the EOC at 984-3286.
   
   
3. Educational Opportunity Center (EOC): (9/23/11) High school students, interested in attending college, can benefit from the EOC, which is located on the campus of University of Hawaii Maui College (UHMC), BUT is federally funded to help students wishing to attend colleges here or the mainland. Contact EOC High School Advisor, Mr. Lyle Irimata, at 984-3557 or email him at Lyle@hawaii.edu.
   
   

1. UHMC Merit Scholarship at www.maui.hawaii.edu/financial/ or email mccfao@hawaii.edu. Deadline: 4/1/11.
   
   
2. Learn more about college, go to KKHS' website at kkhs.hidoe.us to download information from the Educational Opportunity Center on Maui at 984-3286. Two flyers that they offer can be downloaded: 1) The Money Guide, & 2) University of Hawaii Maui College: Getting Started - UH Maui College 12.3 - Quick facts & Enrollment checklist. For more information, call the Educational Opportunity Center on Maui at 984-3286. (8/17/10)
   
3. Annual Hawaii College and Career Fair, Nov. 16, 2010, at Kamehameha Schools Maui, has been an excellent resource for many students, parents, teachers, & counselors for over 30 years. Representatives from colleges, universities, professional schools, technical, industrial & trade schools, military services, & academies are represented at this event. Admission to the fair is free. (8/9/10)
   
4. The Equal Opportunity Center (EOC) Financial Aid Nights will begin at each high school in December Dates & time TBA (offices located on the campus of UHMC) (8/9/10)
   
5. Financial aid season: Jan. - March 1 annually (8/9/10)
   
6. EOC High School Outreach: Jan – April, EOC advisor makes weekly visits to Maui County high schools (King K, Baldwin, Lahainaluna, Maui, and St. Anthony) to work with high school students. (8/9/10)
   

1. What is AVID? AVID is a regularly scheduled elective class that prepares students with academic potential for success in college.
2. What are AVID student expectations?: AVID students are expected to maintain a “C” average, study a minimum of two hours per night, and enroll in college preparatory classes.
3. What happens in the AVID class?: Students receive academic instruction in writing, Cornell note-taking, studying, test-taking, and organization. Students receive support in their classes from tutors through collaborative groups.
4. How do you recognize an AVID student?: The AVID student carries a 3-inch binder, takes notes in all classes, is prepared for class, is a positive role model for others, and is ‘on track’ for college.
5. Class of 2011 was the first AVID class to graduate.
6. The AVIDiser is a newsletter publishes news of upcoming events & their AVID students
7. For information or questions about the AVID program, please contact Jan Matsushita at or 573-8710 Ext. 2003.

Financial Aid Night (12/3/13)
The senior counselor will usually coordinate a Financial Aid Night for senior parents by bringing in guest speakers to help our senior parents complete the FAFSA (Free Applicatoin for Federal Student Aid). Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov. (Website opens the beginning of the new year.)

FAFSA4caster: Help for Families before Senior Year (11/22/11)
It's an online tool to help students and families financially prepare and plan for college before a student’s senior year of high school. Called the FAFSA4caster, it provides students with an early estimate of their eligibility for federal financial aid, which could include a Pell grant.

FAFSA Information
      The FAFSA application is the most important financial aid document there is for college-bound seniors. FAFSA forms will be available in the senior counselor's office. It is crucial for parents of college-bound seniors to get their tax forms completed in January so the FAFSA can be done and sent to the federal government. Even better, the form can be filled out online (www.fafsa.ed.gov) which will guarantee a faster response. If applying for FAFSA online, it will be necessary for one parent and the student to get a pin number, which can be done at this website: www.pin.ed.gov. (12/3/13)

CLICK HERE for the Pre-Application Worksheet on the internet. Seniors, may register for a PIN number along with one of their parents. You are encouraged to apply electonically.

Free FAFSA Service
The government has set up the FAFSA service free. Parents and students complete the form over the Internet or on paper and send it by mail on your own. You do not need pay to have it done.

MCC Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) Informative Flyers: (8/17/10)
      Learn more about college, go to KKHS' website at kkhs.hidoe.us to download information from the Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) on Maui at 984-3286.

1. The Money Guide (Go to kkhs.hidoe.us to download this), &
   
2. University of Hawaii Maui College: Getting Started - UH Maui College 12.3 - Quick facts & Enrollment checklist. (Go to kkhs.hidoe.us to download this) For more information, call the Educational Opportunity Center on Maui at 984-3286. (8/17/10)
   
   & Other EOC Publications
3. Options After High School: A 4-step college planner for Maui County residents interested in college but unsure of where to begin. (sy2008-2009)
4. MCC's Upward Bound Program (8/27/08)
   
5. More information on MCC's EOC (8/27/08)
   
6. MCC Ambassador Program, "Student to Student" (1/16/09) A successful program where MCC students speak to high schoolers about college. " The Student 2 Student was relevant to my students. It dealt with the importance of money, how to set goals, and get to college to make that money. This presentation was what good teaching looks like. [The MCC students] had the students up and moving, discussing and thinking. They lectured little and modeled much."

Sgt Brandon K Menz-Marrs
Maiu County Marine Corp Recruiter
Queen Kaahumanu Center
275 Kaahumanu Ave. Suite C-2 B-2
Kahului, HI 96732
(Upstairs Queen Kaahumanu Center near the bridge that connects to the parking garage; across from Stepping Stones Playhouse)

Cell:     (808) 443-6909
Office:    (808) 871-1813
Fax:     (808) 871 4734
Email: brandon.benzmarrs@marines.usmc.mil

      Mahalo to Staff Sgt. Terrence York, & Maui-born, Sgt. Benz-Marrs for participating in our "We Care" Sign Waving event on April 7, 2009. (8/25/09)

1. Hawaii Army National Guard web site, http://dragon52hi.tripod.com/
2. Virtual Armory web site, http://www.virtualarmory.com

3. Click here to go to the Hawaii National Guard site, http://www.dod.state.hi.us/hiarng/


Office Number: 871-6081
Fax: 871-6081
Cellular: 357-4128

1. All students are required to complete their PTP in order to graduate. The PTP is a new graduation requirement. If your student does not complete ALL the required documents, he/she will NOT graduate! All PTP documents are on the school website: http://kkhs.hidoe.us/students/ptp.html for the direct link.
   
2. Message to Senior Parents/Guardians: PTP Deadline, Wed., Nov. 23, 2011 (11/22/11)This message is for parents/guardians of Seniors who have NOT completed their Personal Transition Plan, or PTP. The PTP is requirement for a high school diploma and is due no later than Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2011. Students who do not complete their PTP will receive an unsatisfactory mark on their 2nd quarter report card and zero credit. Failure to complete a PTP also puts the senior at risk for failing to earn a diploma and graduate. Please encourage your child to turn in any outstanding PTP assignments to their advisory teacher BEFORE Nov. 23 in order to receive timely feedback on assignments that may require corrections. Each student's PTP will be reviewed for completeness. Questions on the PTP should be directed to your child's advisory teacher.
   
   
   
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3. PSAT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test): Wed., October 12, 2011 During School Hours at KKHS (9/23/11)
   
         Commonly referred to as the PSAT, it is the best preparation for the SAT Reasoning Test. Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT will receive free access to My College Quickstart, an online college & career planning tool. "Research has shown that students who take the PSAT one or two times, increase their scores on the SAT exam." (Ms. Gomer) Students should see 11th grade counselor, Ms. Cabral, to sign-up for the free PSAT exam, which is open to 9th, 10th & 11th graders. The exam is free for 9th & 10th graders. 11th graders pay $14, unless they qualify for free or reduced lunch. For more information contact Ms. Cabral at Theresa_Cabral@notes.k12.hi.us or visit www.collegeboard.com/quickstart.
         The PSAT allows students to indicate that they would like to start hearing from different colleges through the mail (or e-mail). The PSAT is equal in difficulty to the SAT, but it is slightly shorter in length. It is a good introduction to the SAT for those students who are planning on going to college.
         Juniors, who take the test & meet other program entry requirements may enter National Merit Scholarship Corporation programs (recognition & scholarships).
        
4. Check out collegeboard.com/parents for more information on PSAT/NMSQT, My College QuickStart, planning & paying for college, SAT & the AP Program. (9/19/08)
   
   
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5. SAT Information
   
   1. SAT Test Center Flyer Specific to Hawaii(10/18/11)
      In order to better prepare Hawaii students for upcoming SAT administrations, The College Board has created a SAT Test Center Flyer specific to Hawaii. Click on the title heading above to download the dates & locations. This flyers also gives the Late Registration dates (a fee applies). For sy2011-2012, Kekaulike is the SAT center for the following dates: Nov. 5, 2011, Dec. 3, 2011, & May 5, 2012.
      
      
   2. SAT information for Fall 2011. Students in the Free or Reduced Meal Program, should see 12th grade counselor for a fee waiver.
      
      
   3. SAT Registration Deadlines - Register online at collegeboard.com:
      1. For the Sat., Nov. 5, 2011 SAT Test, late registration is Oct. 21, 2011 (a late fee applies)
         
      2. For the Sat, Dec. 3, 2011 SAT Test, please register by Tue., Nov. 8, 2011 (Late registration is Nov. 20th & a late fee applies)
         
      
      
   4. SAT &/or ACT are standardized tests that colleges often require high school students to take.
      
      
   5. Colleges DO consider the SAT scores when they are looking at applications. In fact, next to the kind of courses that the students took in high school and their cumulative GPA, the SAT scores are the third most important thing! SAT scores are, in fact, VERY important! Please log on to www.collegeboard.com to register.
      
      
   6. CLICK HERE to register at the College Board Online the fast & easy way or go to www.collegeboard.com You'll get immediate confirmation, your registration number, and your test center assignment. Register online and you do not need to wait for the newest Registration Bulletin.
      
      

      - King Kekaulike High School Code: 120-218
      - KKHS Test Site: 12-206

      If you have any questions, please contact the senior counselor.
   
   
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6. FREE Study Tips for SAT: Internet Sites to prepare for the SAT (College Board Exams). Click on any of the websites below to get help with the SAT: (9/28/02)
   
   1. Number2.com
      
   2. testu.com
      
   3. www.collegeboard.com- offers a "Question of the Day" that is a good place to see SAT practice questions, and it offers advice not only on test-taking, but choosing a college and getting financial aid.
      
   4. www.review.com - The Princeton Review offers this site where you can take a practice test, join discussions, and get lots of college advice.
      
   5. www.kaptest.com - This site not only offers SAT prep information but also offers some SAT verbal and math games.
      
   6. www.powerprep.com - This site offers an "SAT Lab" and free weekly online classes where you register for downloadable software. The lessons seem very basic, but might be helpful. There are also vocabulary, tips of the day, and college guidance.
           (10/20/02 Try the VocabMaster, it was fun learning new words with cartoon pictures to help you remember, and then being tested...and no, I didn't score well, but will check it out later to improve my vocabulary!! PCNC)
      
   7. www.workman.com/upyourscore - The writers of Up Your Score, an SAT Prep book, have prepared this site to continue to inform studnets in their irreverent, witty way about various tips related to the SAT.
      
      
   Since sites on the web are constantly growing and changing, it is advisable to point an internet search engine (such as "Google") at "Scholastic Assessment Test" or "SAT" (or ACT - The American College Test) and see what comes up.
   
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7. Scholarships:
   
   (Click below on highlighted areas for more information or to link to the web sites:
   
   
   1. Scholarships
      
   2. (3/27/14) The DOE posts a list of scholarships available from their website at www.hawaiipublicschools.org. Add filters in order to find scholarships for your child.
      
      
   3. Binhi At Ani Scholarship (3/27/14) The deadline for this scholarship is May 9, 2014.
      
      
   4. *Scholarship Bulletin: (3/14/15)
      College bound seniors, whether attending MCC or Harvard, need to start thinking about how they will fund their college education. The Scholarship Bulletin, compiled by the 12th Grade Counselor contains various scholarships & scholarship websites for seniors looking for ways to pay for college. Once published, the PCNC will upload these bulletins. Hardcopies of the latest Scholarship Bulletins will also be on the table outside her office (Bldg. A Counselor #1).
      
      
      1. UHMC Merit Scholarship at www.maui.hawaii.edu/financial/ or email mccfao@hawaii.edu.
      
      
      
   5. Financial Aid & College Scholarship Websites:
      

      - Fastweb www.fastweb.com (Free scholarship search, college directory
      - FinAid www.FinAid.org (Finnacial aid web site)
      - Bulletin 15 www.doe.k12.hi.us/bulletin15/ (List of scholarships & financial aid available to high school graduates in the state of Hawaii.
      - CASH http://dobserver.its.Hawaii.edu/cash (The University of Hawaii's "Computer Assisted Scholarship Help"

   6. Foodland Shop for Higher Education: February through March (6 weeks) (3/27/14)
            Each year 100 Hawaii high school seniors are awarded $2,000 scholarships as they pursue their college education at an accredited four-year university. Customers are invited to designate their favorite participating high school and help them earn Maika`i points during the program period. The more points a school earns, the more scholarships it will receive.
            Since 2006 over 20 KKHS seniors have received $2000 scholarships, with the support of our community shopping at Foodland & SackNSave. Please designate Kekaulike when you shop at Foodland, SackNSave or Foodland Farms during these few weeks to help our seniors receive college scholarships!

      Top 5 high schools to receive (5) $2,000 scholarships.
      Next (10) high schools will receive (3) $2,000 scholarships each.
      Next (10) high schools will receive (2) $2,000 scholarships each.
      Next (25) high schools will receive (1) $2,000 scholarships each.

            Seniors should see 12th grade counselor for the application. Applications must be returned to her.
      
      
   7. Home of the World's Largest Scholarship Database (9/19/08)
            SchoolSoup.com says "it contains over $32 BILLION in scholarship awards, along with information on ALL aspects of funding a college education." They say they "don't sell names, email addresses, or any other student information - and it is available free of charge! http://www.schoolsoup.com/link/"
      
      
      
   8. Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

            WUE is a program of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) whereby Hawaii students may enroll in designated 4-year public institutions & programs in other participating states at a special, reduced tuition level. Students do not need to demonstrate financial need to receive this benefit.
            State that Participate: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota,Oregon, South Daktoa, Utah, Washington, Wyoming. (9/19/08)
            Go to www.wiche.edu/sep/wue for more information of 2008-2009 WUE
            Thank you to all our supporters that shopped & designated Kekaulike when they shopped at Foodland, Sack N Save & Foodland Farms. This year KKHS ranked #5, and will be receiving (5) $2,000 scholarships for 5 deserving seniors!
      
      

   9. Momoru & Aiko Takitani Foundation Scholarship (3/27/14)
      
      
            An outstanding graduating senior will be selected by each qualifying school to receive a $1,000 scholarship. From this group, a finalist from each school district, the Hawaii Catholic Schools, and two finalists from the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools will be selected to receive an additional $2,000 scholarship. Three scholars will be selected from among the ten finalists for the following scholarships:

      Mamoru Takitani Distinguished Student Award $10,000
      Aiko Takitani Distinguished Student Award $10,000
      Karen Uno Outstanding Student Award $ 5,000

            Please see the 12th grade counselor or go to www.takitanifoundation.org for application, financial aid form & additional instructions. All completed application materials are due to 12th grade counselor. Do NOT submit this application directly to the Takitani Foundation. The deadline for sy2013-2014 was Feb. 5, 2014.
      
            Or for further information, you may contact:
      The Mamoru & Aiko Takitani Foundation P.O. Box 10687 Honolulu, Hawaii 96816-0687 info@takitanifoundation.org
      
      
   10. College Links (Useful Internet Addresses)
       See the College counselor for a list of college web sites. A few years ago the PCNC uploaded the web site list. CLICK HERE to check out these college & scholarship links.
       
       
       
   11. Hawaii Community Foundation scholarship application is available online at www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org. (4/2/14)
       
       1. Hawaii Community Foundation’s Informative Website & eMail Blasts (8/4/10)
                Every year I encourage parents/seniors to apply to the Hawaii Community Foundation for college scholarships for Hawaii seniors. Sign up to receive their email Blasts. They send out alerts & their website has good information.
          
          
       2. The Hawaii Community Foundation offers over 100 scholarships from different organizations, including our King Kekaulike High School Scholarship and Celeste Hayo Memorial Scholarship Fund. From the beginnings of King Kekaulike High School, Administration, and some Faculty were concerned that our students strive for further education and established a King Kekaulike High School scholarship for a deserving senior. The other KKHS scholarship is in honor of KKHS alumni & soccer player, Celeste Hayo. There are lots of other scholarships Hawaii students may apply for, so check it out! Their website says, "Hawai‘i Community Foundation is the second largest post-secondary scholarship provider in Hawai‘i."
          
          
       3. Their Scholarship Online Application for seniors is available in December.

          Click on Scholarships on the top navigation bar & then click on "How to Apply"
          

          Application Deadline is sometime in February
          

          Editor's Note: Students in college may go online to reapply every year for these scholarships. (4/2/14)

          Receive eMail Blasts from Hawaii Community Foundation (Scholarships for Hawaii seniors)
          

          If you have any questions, please call their Scholarship Staff toll-free from neighbor islands at 1-888-731-3863.

   12. USA Funds:
       CLICK HERE to apply for scholarships through USA Funds.
   
   
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8. MCC Upward Bound Program (8/4/10)
         “Upward Bound is a program that prepares low-income, first generation high school students for college. The program on Maui is sponsored by Maui Community College with funding provided by the U.S Department of Education. Upward Bound is offered at no cost to the parents or students. ”
         The Upward Bound Counselor has an office on the University of Hawaii Maui Campus, & is able to help students get a degree from college. Please call 984-3563 or fax 986-0549.
   
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9. UPDATED: sy2012-2013 Senior Project Packet (8/30/12)
       ♥ Please click here to download the Senior Project Booklet for 2012-2013 school year which was updated. (8/30/12) (It's a huge file so it may take a few minutes to download)
   
       ♥ Questions? Please contact Senior Project Task Force Coordinator, Mr. Ty Ogasawara at (808) 573-8710 Ext. 2313, or email him at ty_ogasawara@notes.k12.hi.us
   
   Searching for Colleges & Need Help
   
10. KKHS Library (9/22/08)
        Need help or guidance regarding a career or college, see the college counselor or ask your librarian. There is a college & career section that is available in the library, and student may check out some college reference books & read. There's a gold mine of information waiting for your student to explore....in the library!
    
    
11. College-Bound Seniors:
          If your child is feeling lost and confused when it comes to figuring out what to do about selecting and applying to colleges, please encourage them to see the college counselor to set up an appointment or call her at 573-8701, Ext. 231. Meetings can be scheduled so that any concerns & questions can be addressed.
    
          College-bound seniors should be applying to colleges around October-November. The earlier you apply, the better, because competition is stiff for acceptance to colleges. Please see the college counselor for any questions.
    
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    Tutoring
    
12. Free Math Tutoring (Updated 1/27/11)
    1. Trigonometry Tutoring on Wednesdays, 1:15-2:00pm in Room F204: (11/22/11) Kekaulike Peer Tutoring is providing Trigonometry turoging service after school on Wednesdays in F204 from 1:15pm to 2:00pm.
       
       
    2. Free Math Tutoring With Retired Maui District Math Resource Teacher, Koki Tamashiro: Mr. Tamashiro is willing to meet with students from grades 1 - 12, on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, & tutor them in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, analytic geometry & calculus. He is available five (5) days a week (Mon-Fri). Students or parents may call him at 572-1781 until 11 p.m. If no one answers, please leave your name, telephone number & the latest hour that he can return your call. Tutoring is usually scheduled at a nearby McDonalds restaurant. [Note: He will want to talk with the student by phone to see if he/she really wants to receive tutoring.] (1/27/11)
       
       
    3. University of Hawaii Manoa Online Learning Academy (OLA) offers Free Math Tutoring Online, Monday through Friday, 9am-10pm at http://manoa.hawaii.edu/ola. UHM OLA tutors are math & science majors, who are available to help any Hawaii public school student & UH Community College student in math. They suggest students go online before starting their math homework, so when there’s a question, the student can just ask for help.
             Kalama Intermediate Math Teacher, Ms. Riddle, was a guest speaker at the PTSA General Membership Meeting on Sept. 14, 2011, & demonstrated how to go online to get help. If you have questions, you may email her at riddle@kalama.k12.hi.us or you can email the UH Online Learning Center at ola@hawaii.edu. (9/23/11)
    
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    2014-2015 Vice Principals (9/15/14)
          We have 2 Vice Principals which service certain grade levels. However, some situations may need to be addressed depending on which of them is available at the time. Our VPs may be contacted through our main office at 573-8710 or at their direct numbers below.

    Ms. Teri Hamasaki - Ph. 727-3507
    

    Mr. Mark Elliott - Ph. 727-3508

    
    
    Youth Challenge
          Youth Challenge is a program for at-risk students between 16 - 18 years of age. It is funded by the U.S. Dept. of Defense and administered by the National Guard. It is a 17 month-program, consisting of a 22 week residential phase followed by a 12 month post residential mentoring and career development phase. Students work towards earning their high school diploma while in this program. We have had several of our students graduate from Youth Challenge.
          If you have any students you think would be good candidates for this program, they can speak with their school counselor
    
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     The Library's Snapshot Brochure (4/12)
    Creating a Generation of Readers One Student At a Time
    View the library statistics, book circulation rate, and other special library features.
    
    1. Page 1 of tri-fold brochure
       
    2. Page 2 of tri-fold brochure
          Take a moment to view the library statistics, book circulation rate, and other special library features. "Reading is for awesome people!"
    
    
    
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13. College Tests
    
    1. Register for the SAT online by going to www.collegeboard.com or pick up a (blue & white) SAT Registration Booklet from the office of the 12th grade counselor.
    2. ACT If you want to register for the ACT online, go to www.act.org. Registration materials for both tests (snail mail) are available at the 12th grade counselor's office.
    3. For College-Bound Seniors:
       If you are planning on applying to a four-year college, you need to take the SAT or ACT. Some of you may want to take one of these tests for the second time.
    
    
    

1. Mon, Sept. 8, 6-7:30pm
   Central Location: Baldwin High School Multipurpose Rooms
   The Transition to College will be held only at the Baldwin High School location. A UNLV admissions representative will also only be at this location.
   
   
2. Tue., Sept. 9, 6-7:30pm
   Upcountry Location: Kamehameha School Keopuolani Bldg.
   An NCAA information session will be held only at Kamehameha School location.
   
   
   
3. Th, Sept. 11, 6-7:30pm
   West Side Location: Lahainaluna High School I-Building