Hawaii Montessori Schools – Kamuela Campus will hold an Open House on Monday, February 6th, 5:00 – 7:00 pm.

Families of current and prospective students between the ages of 15 months – 6 years old are invited to attend an Open House from 5:00 – 7:00 pm., on Monday, February 6th at 64-1058 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kamuela. Families will have an be able to visit classrooms, meet current families, learn about the school and its programs, including financial aid opportunities, and meet faculty members and administration

Hawaii Montessori Schools has been part of the West Hawaii community since 1980. The school provides quality education for children ages 15 months through 6 years of age using the principles and methods of Dr. Maria Montessori. The classroom environments are well prepared and allow the children to develop at their own speed, according to each child’s own capacities in a non-competitive atmosphere. Learning takes place through the child’s own discovery and experience. Observers of Montessori students have described them as having developed self-discipline, self-knowledge, self-esteem and independence, as well as enthusiasm for learning, an organized approach to problem solving, and academic skills. Hawaii Montessori Schools has been recognized on the State and Federal levels as being an excellent provider of early childhood education.

For more information, contact Angeline Geldhof, Executive Director or Becky Watkins, Campus Director at 885-7683 or e-mail [email protected] To learn more about Hawaii Montessori Schools’ programs please visit our website at www.hawaiimontessori.org

Families can kick off the holiday season at our 12th Annual Keiki WinterFest at the Keauhou Shopping Center on Saturday, December 3rd, 10:00 am-1:30 pm. Pre-Sale Coupon Books are available at Hawai’i Montessori Schools Kona & Kamuela Campuses and Los Habaneros – Keauhou Shopping Center.

The event will begin with the Hawai’i Montessori Students’ Holiday Performance at 10:00 am. Children can chose to make an assortment of festive crafts at the craft tables, win prizes at a variety of everyone-wins game booths, play in a party bouncer, slide down a 20ft slide, make their way through an obstacle course, have their face and hair painted and can enjoy horseback rides. The whole family will enjoy browsing the sweets and savories at a sumptuous bake sale as well as the various vendors and businesses of the Keauhou Shopping Center. Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be making a special appearance.

We are excited to give you a sneak peek at some of our Silent Auction Items:

• Imiloa Astronomy Center: Four Tickets to Imiloa
• Kapoho Kine Adventures: Zipline Through Paradise for Two
• Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden: Family Membership
• Huggo’s Restaurant: $25 Gift Certificates
• The Club in Kona: One Month Membership
• Sea Quest: Two Rafting / Snorkel Adventure Tickets
• Ocean Sports Waikoloa: Glass Bottom Tour for 2 adults
• Body Glove Cruises: Admission for 2 on any Body Glove Cruise
• Captian Zodiac: Raft & Snorkel for 2
• Dolphin Quest, Hilton Waikoloa: VIP Program for 2
• Fair Wind Cruises: Afternoon Snack Cruise for 2
• Atlantis Submarines: Submarine Excursion for 2
• ATV Outfitters Hawaii: Ride for 2 on Historical Ocean ATV Tour
• A Touch of Heaven Massage and Wellness Clinic: $75 Gift Certificate
• Subway: $25 Gift Certificate
• Barefoot Wine Collection: Red and White Duo
• The “Integrity” Fishing Charter: Full Day Charter Private Luxury Fishing Vessel
• Cynotech Corporation: Gift bag with Spirulina, BioAstin, CardioAstin & more
• Hollywood Theatres: 8 Admission Tickets
• Imagination Movers: Autographed CD and Photos
• Jeanne Marie Imports: Various Exotic Items Tour
• KBXtreme: Extreme Escape Afternoon Bowling
• Pizza Hut Restaurants : Gift Certificates
• Kentucy Fried Chicken Restaurants: Gift Certificates
• Junior Music Academy: Gift Certificates or One Month of Free Music Classes
• Patz Pies: $25 Gift Certificate
• Rhea Foreman Jewelry: One piece of Hand Crafted Jewelry
• Karen Branum’s Wall-Art: Wall Mural
• Le Beau Coeau Estate Coffee: One-Pound Bags of Coffee
• Los Habaneros Mexican Cuisine: $20 Gift Certificate, a T-shirt and Golf Towel
• Keurig Coffee Machine Compnay: Keurig Quiet Brewer & 1 case K-cup Variety Blend
• Maui Divers: $100 Gift Certificate
• Kona Brewing CompanyTV Outfitters Hawaii: 1/2 BBL of any Kona Brew
• Moo Bettah Frozen Fun: Gift Certificate
• Mi’s Bistro: $20 Gift Certificates
• Kiluea Lodge: Gift Certificate for a Brunch for 2
• Kohala Kayak: SUP Lessons, Kayak & Snorkel Tours and Manta Snorkel Tour
• KTA Super Stores: $25 Gift Certificate
• Neptune Charlie’s Ocean Safaries: Gift Certificate for a Safari Tour
• Leprechaun Farms Coffee: One-Pound Bags of Coffee

Hawai’i Montessori Schools will be hosting the “Desserts” booth at the Kona Coffee Marketplace–Festival of Artists and Ethnic Foods. Come and join us and other community groups as we offer a variety of ethnic foods and crafts at the Makaeo County Pavilion (Old Airport Events Pavilion) on Saturday, November 12th, 9:30a-3:30p

Attendees will also have a chance to enjoy Hawaiian soulful recording artist Paula Fuga for a 90-minute concert. Paula will be accompanied by Michael Love, guitarist.

A $3 Festival button is required for attendance and will be sold at Makaeo County Pavilion.

Hawai’i Montessori Schools’ Kona Campus invites you to an Open House on Wednesday, October 12th, 8:30 – 11:00 a.m.

You will have an opportunity to visit the classrooms of our Toddler (ages 15-36 mos.) and Primary (ages 3-6 yrs) Programs, meet current families, learn about the school and its programs including financial aid opportunities, and meet faculty members and administrators.

Hawaii Montessori Schools has been part of the West Hawaii community since 1980. The school provides quality education for children ages 15 months through 6 years of age using the principles and methods of Dr. Maria Montessori. The classroom environments are well prepared and allow the children to develop at their own speed, according to each child’s own capacities in a non-competitive atmosphere. Learning takes place through the child’s own discovery and experience. Observers of Montessori students have described them as having developed self-discipline, self-knowledge, self-esteem and independence, as well as enthusiasm for learning, an organized approach to problem solving, and academic skills. Hawaii Montessori Schools has been recognized on the State and Federal levels as being an excellent provider of early childhood education.

For more information contact Angeline Geldhof, Executive Director or Maya Wheaton, Campus Director at 329-0700 or e-mail [email protected]

We are excited to give you a sneak peek at some of our Silent Auction Items for our Annual Lu’au Benefit at the Anna Ranch Heritage Center on Sunday, September 11th, 11:00 am-3:00 pm. Tickets can be purchased at Hawai’i Montessori Schools Kamuela and Kona Campuses, Mama’s House Thrift Shop and Kamuela Liquor.

• Imiloa Astronomy Center: Four Tickets to Imiloa
• Kapoho Kine Adventures: Zipline Through Paradise for Two
• Willman Interiors: Two Hour Design Consultation
• Pure Life Chiropractic: Initial Consultation, Exam & 1st Adjustment
• Kohala Divers: Three Gift Certificates at $75 each
• Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden: Family Membership
• Mountain Gold Jewelers: Three Gift Certificates: $25, $50, and @$100
• Hawaii Paso Finos: One hour Horseback Ride on Paso Fino
• Lehua Jewlers: $50 Gift Certificate
• Merriman’s Restaurant: Dinner for Two
• Lilikoi Café: $30 Gift Certificate
• Huggo’s Restaurant: $50 Gift Certificate
• The Club in Kona: One Month Membership
• Solimene’s Restaurant: $25 Gift Certificate
• Pacific Massage Services: Sixty-minute Massage
• Kahilu Theater: $90 Gift Certificate
• Bentleys: Handmade Bronze Lantern with Votive
• San Diego Zoo: Four Passes to San Diego Zoo or Safari Park
• Halekulani Resort: Sunday Brunch for 2
• Waipio Ride the Rim: Two Seats on ATV Tour
• Sea Quest: Two Rafting / Snorkel Adventure Tickets
• Ocean Sports Waikoloa: Two Seats on any Catamaran Cruise
• Hualalai Tennis Club: One Hour Semi-Private Tennis Lesson at Hualalai Resort
• Body Glove Cruises: Admission for 2 on any Body Glove Cruise
• Captian Zodiac: Raft & Snorkel for 2
• Dolphin Journeys: Half-Day Dolphin Excursion for 1
• Dolphin Quest, Hilton Waikoloa: One Encounter Deluxe Program
• Fair Wind Cruises: Afternoon Snack Cruise for 2
• Blue Hawaii Helicopters: Two Seats on Kohala Coast Adventure
• Atlantis Submarines: One Admission to Submarine Ride
• ATV Outfitters Hawaii: Ride for 2 on Historical Ocean ATV Tour
• Paul Brown Salon and Spa: Gift Certificate for 1 hr Massage
• Veterinary Associates: $180 Gift Certificate
• Hapuna Prince: Gift Certificate for Breakfast Buffet for 2
• Café Pesto: Two $25 Gift Certificates
• Big Island Eco Adventures, LLC: Gift Certificate for Zipline for 2

The Hawai‘i Montessori Schools Kamuela PTO invites you to join us on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at the Anna Ranch Heritage Center for our Annual Lū‘au Benefit.

The event will begin at 11:00 a.m.  There will be lei making activities for the children, demonstrations by the Ranch’s Craftsmen, a Hula performance by the Hawai‘i Montessori School Students, live entertainment, a no-host bar and a fabulous silent auction featuring items from around the state and the mainland.

Tickets will be available for purchase in Kamuela at Hawai‘i Montessori Schools – Kamuela Campus, Mama’s House Thrift Store, Kamuela Liquor and in Kona at Hawai‘i Montessori Schools – Kona Campus.  Cost is Adults: $30.00, Children 3 – 12 years: $15.00.  Children under 3 are free with paid adult. To purchase tickets please call Becky Watkins at 885-7683 or drop by the office at Hawai‘i Montessori School located at 64-1058 Mamalahoa Hwy next to the Big Island Brewhaus.

Handmade Lau Lau are also for sale – $12 for 3 Lau Lau.  Purchase now at Hawai‘i Montessori School Kamuela Campus and pick up Friday Sept. 9th between 2:30 – 5:30 p.m.; or Saturday Sept. 10 between 9:00am – 12:00 noon.

Join us this weekend at the Kokua Kailua Village Stroll. We’ll be giving away goody bags and balloons for the kids. If you didn’t know, one Sunday each month from 1pm-6pm, Alii Drive becomes a festive pedestrian-only marketplace with music, artists, shopping, and restaurants. Thousands of residents and visitors are discovering Kokua Kailua is an ideal way to enjoy all Historic Kailua Village has to offer.

If you have friends who have school-age children, please be sure to tell them about it. It’s great fun for the whole family, and we’d love the opportunity to introduce them to Hawaii Montessori Schools.

See you there!

Come and visit our booth at the 3rd Annual Mango Festival. We will have fun activities for the Keiki to work on, Montessori activities for them to explore, and free balloons and goodie bags.

Find mango activities, keiki games, ono grinds, arts and crafts, farmers market and continuous entertainment at the third annual Mango Festival 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, July 30 at the Keauhou Beach Resort. The free festival celebrates Hawaii’s delicious and diverse mango varieties during the peak of the harvest season on the scenic, palm-fringed grounds of the resort’s Royal Garden.

The Mango Festival is a zero waste event and presented by the non-profit Sanctuary of Mana Ke‘a Gardens with support from the Keauhou Beach Resort.

http://www.mangofest.org/

The Keauhou Beach Resort is located at 78-6740 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 9674

Tel: 1-866-326-6803 or 808-322-3441.

Hawaii Montessori Schools was very well represented in the Kailua-Kona 2011 Independence Day Parade. The children had so much fun waving and handing our goodie bags and balloons — it was a beautiful day! Thank you to everyone who came out to participate in the parade and for all the supporters along the parade route that cheered us on. We are very proud to have been awarded 1st Place Winner in the Non-Profit Keiki Division!

This year Hawaii Montessori Schools will join the 4th of July festivities by being a participant in the Kona’s Independence Day Parade. Come join us, wave to friends and hand out goody bags. This year’s theme is Celebrate Freedom. The parade departs from the Kona Kekuaokalani Gymnasium at 5:30 and ends at Walua Road just past the Coconut Grove Marketplace. If you and your family would like to join us, please give us a call at 329-0700 or email us at [email protected]