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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Thursday, May 18, 2006

Enrollment surged '85-'04

Advertiser Staff

Enrollment in U.S. public elementary and secondary schools rose 22 percent from 1985 to 2004. The fastest public school growth occurred in the elementary grades (prekindergarten through grade 8).

Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics

MORE GRADUATIONS

COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES PLANNED

Several more private schools have announced commencement dates and locations:

  • Christian Academy: 4:30 p.m. May 27, First Assembly of God Church Sanctuary, 3400 Moanalua Road.

  • Hualalai Academy: 6 p.m. June 2, Hualalai Academy Bridge Building.

  • Word of Life Christian Center: 6 p.m. May 27, main sanctuary on Queen Street.

    A LITTLE CIVICS

    BEN'S GUIDE SHOWS KIDS GOVERNMENT

    Go to bensguide.gpo.gov for Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government for Kids.This site, sponsored by the Government Printing Office, helps K-12 students learn how our government works. Students can learn about the branches of government, the election process and how laws are made. This includes debate topics, word puzzles, historical documents, and resources for parents and teachers.