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Parents And Children Together provides afterschool drop-in centers for children aged 7-15 who live in and around two public housing complexes, Kuhio Park Terrace and Puuwai Momi in Halawa. These programs promote the development of healthy children, families and community(社区)with an abundance of positive experiences for children and family members including educational, recreational, community building and support services. Services, activities and hours may vary by site.
Educational Activities
All children are encouraged to show progress in school through Power Hour educational activities. Activities include homework help, encouragement and management.
The centers offer a computer lab and Internet access. Special training and projects are offered for children who wish to learn programming skills.
Students may participate in special reading and STEM projects offered throughout the year.
Sports and Recreational Activities
Children may watch videos, cook, sing, dance, listen to music and enjoy many relaxing activities with partners. Videos, video games, board games and football are available.
Organized outdoor activities and sports are offered, weather permitting.
Community Services
Children may participate in special projects to make positive contributions to our community such as:
Wall painting
Park, beach and road clean-ups
Youth Development and Skill Building
All teen center activities are designed to promote the growth and development of our children. Leadership skills, self-understanding and life skills are included at the centers.
Parent/Family/Participation
Parents and family members are encouraged to be a part of program activities. Specific activities for parents and family members include:
Game nights
Education sessions
Come to these activities and bring your family!
21. What can children gain from Power Hour educational activities?
A. Improved cooking skills. B. The help with homework.
C. Music composition skills. D. Ways to repair computers.
22. What are children allowed to do to make a difference to their community?
A. Build up Internet access around. B. Paint roads in the neighborhood.
C. Clean all the neighborhood walls. D. Do cleaning in neighborhood parks.
23. Which of the following activities is designed for parents?
A. Programming training. B. Community services.
C. Education sessions. D. Beach sightseeing.
