Admissions

FORMERLY ACTON DIGITAL ACADEMY

ADMISSIONS

Join Kaulike Academy: A Path to Empowered Learning

Welcome to Kaulike Academy, a learner-driven program dedicated to empowering Native Hawaiian youth aged 8-17. Our mission is to foster independence, personal growth, and practical skills to prepare students for meaningful, fulfilling lives and future careers.

With two studio locations—in Mōʻiliʻili and Kaneohe at Waiwai Collective spaces—each studio hosts a maximum of 12 students, immersing them in hands-on, real-world projects that promote critical thinking and self-directed learning. Through community projects, apprenticeships, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, digital skills, and Hawaiian cultural experiences, we equip students with the practical tools they need to thrive. Learners also lead afterschool programs like Tech Savvy Teens and ʻŌpio Popup Makeke, developing essential skills while actively contributing to their communities.

Supported by the VELA Fund, we offer scholarships to ensure inclusivity and diversity. Our programs run in-person Tuesday through Thursday, with Monday's and Fridays reserved for apprenticeships, internships and personal projects. At Kaulike Academy, students are encouraged to embrace their unique talents, engage with their communities, and take ownership of their educational journey.

2024-2025 Full Year Tuition

YEAR ROUND OPEN ENROLLMENT

Monthly Tuition for SY2024-2025

$150 per child, per month for 10 months (Sept-May)
$99 Application Fee
Non-Refundable Deposit: $150, applied to the final month of tuition
Year-Round Open Enrollment

Note on Tuition

Kaulike Academy is a 501c3, as a non-profit organization, the tuition we charge is to cover the costs of the co-working space, educational programs and ensure we can provide high-quality learning experiences for all students. We are committed to maintaining affordable rates and offer financial aid options to support families in need. Please contact us for more information on financial aid and payment plans.

Join Our Community

Youssef Dakroub

808-954-5477

or Wendy Awai-Dakroub

808-954-5555

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY

Racially Nondiscriminatory Policy

Kaulike Academy is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment that welcomes students of any race, color, national, or ethnic origin. We do not discriminate in our admissions, programs, scholarships, or activities.

To ensure this policy is known to the entire community we serve, we publicize it regularly through local newspapers, broadcast media, and digital platforms during our registration and solicitation periods.

While Kaulike Academy focuses on supporting at-risk, low-income, and Native Hawaiian children, we are committed to fostering equity and opportunity for all students.