Youth Education 90 SCHOOLS & CLASSES (CONTINUED) DAMIEN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Damien Memorial School, a Catholic coed institution for grades 6-12, is dedicated to providing a top-tier, college preparatory education with a strong emphasis on service and leadership – values that resonate deeply with our military community. Whether stationed here in Hawaii or transitioning between assignments, families can rely on Damien for its commitment to nurturing the whole student, providing a safe and structured environment that fosters academic success and personal growth. With small class sizes, students benefit from individualized attention, ensuring they develop essential life skills such as leadership, problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication. Damien Memorial School's mission, since its founding in 1962, is to serve students from diverse backgrounds, making quality education accessible through one of Oahu’s most affordable tuitions and extensive scholarship and financial aid offerings. This ensures that Catholic and non-Catholic families benefit from the school’s exceptional educational opportunities. Our dedicated faculty offers a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for Available for children in Kindergarten through grade six, A+ provides these students with time to complete homework, and participate in enrichment and physical activities such as arts, crafts, drama, dance, sports and games. The A+ Parent Handbook includes more information about the program. On the Student Programs tab, go to Beyond The Classroom and click on AfterSchool Programs. Of the more than 175 sites providing after school care through the program, some 100 are operated by the State of Hawaii. The others are handled by organizations such as the YMCA and Kamaaina Kids. Multiple links will take you to additional options. Also call (808) 294-0178 or your elementary school office for more details. PARENTS & STUDENTS On the Hawaii Public Schools website’s Enrollment Page, you’ll find links for Find Your School, How To Enroll, Enrollment FAQs, Student Health and Immunization Requirements, Geographic Exceptions and Military Families. The Military Families link provides details on School Liaison Officers serving as clearinghouses for information about services and programs offered at schools on and near bases. As education experts, liaisons assist in understanding your new installation and educational offerings it provides and supports both inside and outside the gates. As part of a plan to implement new approaches to accelerate student learning, some of the nation's finest colleges and universities. In fact, Damien graduates have an impressive track record, with a 98% college acceptance rate and an average of $4 million in scholarships awarded annually. Historically, many alumni have gone on to prestigious institutions, including all four Military Academies, underscoring Damien Memorial School's ability to prepare students for leadership roles in any field. Damien Memorial School's eight-acre campus provides a well-equipped learning environment, featuring air-conditioned classrooms, state-of-the-art science and computer labs, a media center, a modern gymnasium, and the newly completed Clarence T.C. Ching Athletic Center. The campus also includes sports facilities such as a football/soccer practice field, batting cages, and a full-service cafeteria, supporting students’ physical and academic growth. Accredited by the WASC, WCEA, and HAIS, Damien Memorial School is a trusted and respected institution for military families seeking stability and continuity in their children's education. For more information, visit www.damien.edu or contact Brent Limos, Director of Admissions, at (808) 440-9527 or admissions@damien.edu.
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