Back when I was a young lad, there was this weird rivalry between the two private schools of…read moreWaimea; between Parker and HPA. I don't know if they ever got over this, but the fact still remains: Parker is the better school. You could even say its just "real." The teachers are supportive and qualified, the students are pleasant, the curriculum is constantly improving, and the administration is known for its lack of stifling bureaucracy. AND its cheap as far as private school tuition goes.. I spent my last year at Parker, but I wish I could have started earlier! Stay tuned for Parkers up-and-coming "Thomas Center for Young Entrepreneurs Who Want to Learn About Business and How To Do Other Things Well Too" opening fall 2043. What up Doc Sturges! http://www.parkerschool.net/welcome.html

From the owner: Parker School is a small, independent, co-educational day school for students in grades K-12…read morelocated in Kamuela, HI. At Parker School, every student is known, valued and nurtured. Our small-school setting and dynamic program foster confident, compassionate individuals who are thoroughly prepared for college, who enthusiastically engage in life and who positively contribute to an ever-changing global community. Excellence, integrity and compassion are the cornerstones of our mission. Small class sizes, 'ohana (family-like) atmosphere, and a diverse, caring and talented faculty combine to produce a well-rounded educational environment and experience for our more than 300 students. This unique environment cultivates the qualities necessary to succeed in an interconnected world: creativity, curiosity, resilience, constructive risk-taking and teamwork. Student interests are stimulated, building skills and knowledge in all areas of life, including: the physical, intellectual, musical, artistic and altruistic. In addition, students enjoy a rigorous academic program; hands-on experiential learning; an excellent arts program; leadership opportunities; exciting extra-curricular activities such as debate, athletics, drama and dance; opportunities for hands-on community service; a nurturing atmosphere; and a true sense of 'ohana, extended family. Fully accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), Par

Jessica was fantastic and I thoroughly enjoyed my 90 minute deep muscle massage. Highly…read morerecommend...ask for Jessica!

Butter fingers! We arrived yesterday and we each got a…read moretaster massage of 30 minutes each. We each got 1 hour massage today. Mine was just on neck and shoulders. Wow so awesome best massage ever! Reasonable pricing. Highly recommended!

As a parent, I would not feel comfortable leaving my child in this preschool's care…read more There were too many things that raised serious red flags for me, especially the way the headmaster interacted with children and staff. I witnessed behavior toward children that felt aggressive and inappropriate, and the overall environment felt tense and unsafe. There was also a lot of gossip about staff, poor boundaries, and an extremely unprofessional atmosphere. I would strongly encourage other parents to ask questions about discipline, staff turnover, and how concerns about children's safety are handled before enrolling.

This place is heaven on earth! Where to begin. Bonnie Beckett's brain trust is beyond your…read morewildest imagination as a safe haven for your children and a place of valuable learning and meaningful experiences. With ratios of teacher to student that can give peace of mind to the most helicopter of moms. The buildings are full of creative nooks and warm wood furniture each shelf with a delightful surprise waiting to be discovered. All in a child's size. The outdoor areas are enticing with slides and swings and tunnels for crawling, tiny rakes and shield neatly lining the outdoor walls waiting for the tiny Gardner to imagine with. A Guinea pig, water toys, books and blocks of every subject and size. Cozy and charming. Somewhere to bring your child to help them grow.

My son has been attending this course for 2 years now. We've seen dramatic improvements in his…read moreconfidence to speak Spanish. Definitely recommend this course.

I have known Cristina for some time now and she is incredible with children. Her patience and calm…read moreapproach allows for an incredible environment for anyone to excel in. I highly recommend trying this school if you are at all interested in your kids learning Spanish.

I highly recommend HI Island Tutoring. A friend recommended the organization during a summer when…read moreI was struggling to get our son to read more. Once a week he meets with his tutor. The only direction I give is to 'keep learning fun'. He works with Brittany, they can work on whatever he chooses. He enjoys the sessions and looks forward to them each week. There's a special bond that is formed when a non-family adult takes interest in a child's growth. He has responded very positively. Mahalo for providing this service in east Hawaii!

Lauren is a great tutor. She is very personable, will make you feel comfortable, and will craft…read moretutoring sessions to your particular needs and learning level. I found our sessions very helpful and would highly recommend her as a tutor to students of all ages and abilities.

I was a true beginner surfer.. Eric was kind and really encouraged me to go for it. Explained…read moreeverything clearly, gave me the push I needed.. highly recommend!!

An amazing experience for my daughter! She had so much fun and learned a lot. Hana was the best…read moreinstructor. He was encouraging and gave clear directions.

Waikoloa school is comparitively better than other public elementary schools on the island. I know…read morebecause I went there for a couple of years waaaay back when it opened. But forget that: this review is about the school as a skate spot. The school is chock full of slippery knee- to shin-high concrete benches. Some of the benches are really slippery, but you have to hunt around for them. I'm pretty sure theres some right up front by the admin building. There are also these big speed bump pyramids which are good as gap up gap down manual pads. The parking lot has a decent-sized grass gap thats about 5-or 6 feet with a foot and a half step down. Good for throwing a box, picnic table, or portable rail across. There is also a little tiny curb thats sloped like a kicker. Its only about 9 inches high, but the tiny transition is steep enough on it to actually get some pop. You can find that right by the parking lot gap. Theres a but more to it, but you have to search around. And don't skate there at too late at night or when school is in session. Be sure to park on the street or across Paniolo at that church. Do this so you dont get locked in by vindictive faculty. Overall, great potential for lines, and smooth pavement to cut down on noise when filming. If you're in the area and have a skate, give a lil sesh-won, szechuan.