May 29, 2003
Contributed by Kekoa Paulsen
The lessons are free of charge and will be broadcast at noon Hawaii Standard Time, 3 p.m. Pacific, 4 p.m. Mountain, 5 p.m. Central and 6 p.m. Eastern time on the following dates: June 4, June 18, July 9, July 23, Aug. 6, Aug. 20, Sept. 12 and Sept. 26. The series will be taught by Hawaiian language kumu (teacher) Ekela Kaniaupio-Crozier along with special co-hosts and guest artists. Local musician Robert Cazimero will co-host the program in June. In each lesson, Kaniaupio-Crozier and her special guests will explain and discuss the language used in mele about various places in Hawaii, demonstrate how the words of the mele should be sung and provide information and anecdotes relative to the mele. Course materials are available prior to each lesson as a PDF file online or by mail. Materials for each lesson/mele include lyrics and instrument chords in addition to maps identifying the places featured in each mele. To register, log on to www.hawaiian105.com or call 842-8789. From the neighbor islands or the Continental U.S., call 1-800-842-4682, extension 8789. Forms may also be requested via E-mail to nahenahe@ksbe.edu. Archived lessons will also be available at www.ksdl.ksbe.edu. KINE is an affiliate of the COX Radio Network. Distance Learning is part of the Kamehameha Schools Extension Education Division. Kamehameha Schools is a statewide educational system founded and endowed by the legacy of Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, comprising three campuses on three islands and more than 30 preschool sites throughout the state of Hawaii. Nearly 4,900 preschool through grade 12 students of Hawaiian ancestry are currently enrolled. Through its Extension Education Division, Kamehameha Schools reaches out beyond its campus-based communities to provide quality educational programs that build capacity, foster well-being and promote the overall quality of life for Hawaiian learners worldwide.
Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.
