Ku'ulei Alcomindras-Palakiko
Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus

Modern Hawaiian History

Kamaläläwalu 203
Open Disclosure Statement-School Year 2005-2006

jaalcomi@ksbe.edu #573-7256
Grade: 12 Subject: Modern Hawaiian History
Text book: Modern History of Hawaiÿi, Ann Rayson, 2004, Bess Press

This course will cover the transformation of the Hawaiian nation influenced by American and European ideas and institutions into the present American state with its unique local culture. Emphasis will be placed on Hawaiian leaders and their efforts on behalf of their people.

Course Goals and Objectives: By the end of the semester, the student will:
1) have a knowledge of, develop a deep appreciation and respect for, the culture, traditions and history of the Hawaiian people,
2) have learned how to use various resource materials for future research,
3) will have developed the ability to apply this appreciation and respect within the class to the outside world, and
4) will exemplify the Hawaiian and Christian values of the Kamehameha Schools.

Grading: Points will be accumulated during the course for final grades. All assignments will be given point values with quizzes, tests, essays, and projects having a higher value than class and home work. Grades will be based on the grading scale as follows:
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = 59% and below

Attendance: Attendance is important as much of the reading and discussion will be done in class. The guidelines have been set and will be followed as mentioned in the student/parent hand book. A student who is tardy will be warned upon their first offense; all subsequent offenses will result in detention.

Class Rules: All rules that have been set and listed in the aforementioned student/parent hand book will be followed. They will also:
1) show respect to the teachers, adults, peers and themselves,
2) come to class prepared and promptly,
3) be expected to participate in class, and
4) behave in a manner expected as students of the Kamehameha Schools.

Laptop Rules: There is to be no inappropriate use of the laptop. Laptops are not to be used in class unless authorized by the teacher as part of class. Should there be any misconduct, your laptop will be taken away, and a parent will be required to retrieve taken laptops.

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