Thirty Palolo Elementary School fourth, fifth, and sixth graders participated in Ka Lei ‘Ike (Embrace the Knowledge) summer classes at Sacred Hearts Academy. The students were immersed in reading and math classes, and in leadership training, and enjoyed favorite electives such as music, theater, ceramics, videography, and multiple field trips. The Academy and Palolo also have joint activities throughout the school year. The Academy-Palolo Elementary connection is part of a state and national movement, Private Schools with a Public Purpose. Ten new Palolo fourth graders will be added to the program each year through 2018 and will participate through the eighth grade. This is the third year for the program funded by The Learning Coalition grant. (Photo courtesy of Sacred Hearts Academy)