Keiki Afterschool Youth Development Program and ‘Ōpio Afterschool Leadership
Hui Mālama O Ke Kai
Waimānalo, O'ahu, various
3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Spring 2023
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Testimonials:
PROGRAM OUTCOMES:
During the Spring 2023 program the following outcomes were achieved:
37 participants completed the program, of which 100% are Hawaiian/part-Hawaiian.
209.5 program hours targeting positive personal development. Including pro-social behaviors and knowledge of Native Hawaiian cultural values, language and practices.
191 hours targeting academic support. Including increasing the knowledge of ʻāina-based careers, college and career readiness, and support in completion of homework and other school assignments.
108.5 hours targeting health and wellness. Including ocean safety and swimming skills, and nutrition and healthy habits.
328.5 hours of cultural connectedness. Including ocean recreation, and knowledge and practice of Hawaiian language, traditions and values.
100% of keiki participants that completed a post-survey strongly agreed that they can do traditional Hawaiian physical activities.
100% of keiki participants that completed a post-survey strongly agreed that they feel comfortable in the ocean.
91% of keiki participants that completed a post-survey strongly agreed that they enjoy doing things on the ʻāina or in the kai.
91% of keiki participants that completed a post-survey strongly agreed that they do Hawaiian traditional practices.
83% of keiki participants that completed a post-survey strongly agreed they can observe natural signs at the beach.
83% of keiki participants that completed a post-survey strongly agreed that they can do Hawaiian protocol.
83% of keiki participants that completed a post-survey strongly agreed that they understand their role and kuleana in their school.
75% of keiki participants that completed a post-survey strongly agreed that they believe they can do something to make their community of Waimānalo better.