Pursue your degree in a cohort of scholars and professionals from other private, independent schools. A cohort of 25 students will complete work in residence for two consecutive summer terms, each six weeks, and engage in field work during the two intervening semesters at their home schools.

Excellent faculty, combining the talents of professors from the College of Education at UH with the experience of practicing school heads from Hawaii’s finest independent schools, will join students in a community that invites intellectual stimulation within the construct of a professional learning community.

A challenging curriculum that emphasizes private, independent school issues, cultural and multicultural awareness and diversity and the practice of leadership within the context of a school community.

A wide variety of interactive teaching formats and methodologies designed to engage and challenge the experienced adult learner. Distance learning technologies will facilitate learning during off-site periods.

Guest lecturers, informal discussion sessions and the atmosphere of collaboration augment formal instruction and produce lasting networks of professionals throughout the region.

Master’s Degree Program

Private School Leadership

A program designed to meet the needs of administrators, teachers, and staff members in private, independent schools.

A partnership between the Hawaii Association of

Independent Schools and the Educational

Foundations Department of the College of Education at the University of Hawai‘i

at Mānoa.

June 2013 - July 2014

“One of the greatest strengths of the program is the exposure and insight you gain into all aspects of independent schools through the expertise of the faculty and experience of your fellow cohort members.”

-Jesse Wooten, Santa Barbara Middle School,

California

oin Cohort V for a Masters of Education (M.Ed.) in Private School Leadership in the Pacific Basin, a

cohort-based program requiring 30-credit hours of study.

About the UniversityLocated in Honolulu, the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa is the major campus of the state’s ten-campus university system. A renown center for research and advanced graduate and professional studies, UHM also offers excellence in its wide-ranging undergraduate programs. It is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Statement of AccreditationThe College of Education programs are fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

About HAISThe Hawaii Association of Independent Schools is a member-supported organization that advances the cause of education in the State of Hawaii, particularly those issues specific to private and independent schools. HAIS is affiliated with the National Association of Independent Schools and participates in the management of the Hawaii Council of Private Schools.

Degree BenefitsGraduates are prepared to enrich their schools with enhanced professionalism, transformational leadership skills, and skilled practice at leading for change and improvement. Graduates are also prepared to contribute to the larger school improvement initiatives in their communities.

Admission EligibilityApplicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or its equivalent from a recognized foreign institution of higher learning.

Application DeadlineApplication materials are due to the HAIS office by Monday, November 19, 2012.

Program LocationAll summer classes will convene at Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii.

HousingDormitory-style housing can be arranged for students coming to the program from off-island. Options include: East-West Center, www.eastwestcenter; YMCA Atherton, www.athertonymca.org; and YWCA Fernhurst (females only), oahu.ywca.org/fernhurst.

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For more information Contact: Lisa Leong, Director of Programs

Hawaii Association of Independent SchoolsPhone: (808) 973-1543

Email: lisa@hais.orgwww.hais.org

Program Mission

To educate those who hold or aspire to hold leadership positions, both formal and informal, in private and independent schools within and around the Pacific Basin.

To empower these emerging leaders with a conceptual framework that defines school renewal as a transformational process.

To provide participants with direct and practical experience as “change leaders” capable of designing, implementing, and evaluating a school renewal initiative within the typical operational and cultural complexities of the independent school of the 21st century.

Masters of Education in Private School Leadership in the Pacific Basin

“This program has not only helped me learn more about myself as a leader, it has shaped my philosophy of education and encouraged me to reflect on the relationship of education and leadership.”

-Tatiana Fox, Kamehameha Schools - Kapālama, Hawai‘i

Program Schedule (tentative)

Fall 2013Through Distance Learning

August 19 - December 12, 2013

EDEF 649Field Studies in Education Foundations

(3 credits)

Spring 2014Through Distance Learning

January 13 - May 7, 2014

EDEF 649 Field Studies in Education Foundations

(3 credits)

Summer 2013 On-Site

June 17 - July 26, 2013

EDEF 667FFoundations of Curriculum

(3 credits)

EDEF 630Cultural Diversity and Education

(3 credits)

Summer 2014 On-Site

June 16 - July 25, 2014

EDEF 675 Educational Policy Studies

(3 credits)

EDEA 620School Finance

(3 credits)

EDEF 408Community and Culture

(3 credits)

EDEF 667CLeadership and Governance

(3 credits)

Summer 2013

EDEF 667F - Foundations of Curriculum Topics: Development and management of curricula; factors affecting curriculum development; management of time and resources; examination of the wider picture beyond the classroom related to curriculum.

EDEF 630 - Cultural Diversity and EducationTopics: Issues, themes, debates and practices in multicultural education; promotion of cultural awareness and knowledgeable reflection; skill development for professionals in multicultural environments.

EDEF 610 - Foundations of Educational Theory Topics: An in-depth review of social, philosophical and historical views underlying various theories of education and their application in teaching and learning in independent schools. EDEF 678 - Inquiry in Education Topics: Orientation to research; technology skills crucial to EDEF 649 Field Studies; brainstorming projects; review of the literature available related to project topics; reflecting on practical ideas that lend themselves to 649 projects.

Summer 2014

EDEF 675 - Educational Policy Studies Topics: Educational policy and policy-making at various government levels, and related private school law.

EDEA 620 - School Finance Topics: Revenues; expenditures; process and procedures; business management; development and fundraising; planning; organizational change and policy.

EDEF 408 - Community and CultureTopics: Internal school culture; gender issues; professional development leadership; schools in and as communities.

EDEF 667C - Leadership and GovernanceTopics: Effective governance; board-head-constituent relations finance; leadership; planning; private school law

Fall 2013/Spring 2014

EDEF 649 - Field Studies in Education FoundationsAfter admission and before attendance, students will be expected to think through, with the leadership of their schools, a project that would work at or be helpful to the school. During the first summer, the project will be refined. In the fall, students will research the literature germane to the project and begin to implement the project. In the spring, students will complete and then evaluate the success of the project. Past projects have included new curriculum thrusts and building school culture.

Acronyms: EDEF: Educational Foundations, EDEA: Educational Administration

EDEF 610Foundations of Educational Theory

(3 credits)

EDEF 678Inquiry in Education

(3 credits)

Program leadership is the responsibility of co-directors, Dr. Eileen Tamura at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa and Dr. Ruth Fletcher, representing the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools. Ms. Lisa Leong serves as dean of students, available on a daily basis during both summer sessions to address needs as they arise.

Program Cost The tuition and fees for the Master’s Degree Program in Private School Leadership are packaged into one comprehensive fee of $19,500 to be paid in three installments as stated below. Additional expenses include the application fee, books, travel, and housing (if applicable).

All checks (including the application fee) should be made payable to HAIS.

$1,000- Deposit to reserve a space in the program due upon notification of acceptance

$10,000- Prior to the beginning of classes for summer 2013 (no later than June 3, 2013)

$8,500- Prior to the beginning of classes for summer 2014 (no later than June 3, 2014)

Suggested Computer EquipmentDuring the intervening year between the two summer sessions, students interact through on-line technology tools with instructors and each other. To participate, students must have access to a computer with internet access via a modem, cable or DSL to a commercially operated server.

Leadership Ruth R. Fletcher, Ph.D., Academy Dean, Punahou School Eileen H. Tamura, Ph.D., Professor & Chair, Department of Educational Foundations, COE, UHM

Faculty (Instructors and Guest Lecturers) Philip J. Bossert, Ph.D., Institute for 21st Century Teaching & Learning, HAIS David P. Ericson, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Educational Foundations, COE, UHM Sylvia Hussey, M.Ed., Vice President for Administration, Kamehameha Schools Lori M. Ideta, Ed.D., Assistant Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students, UHM Val T. Iwashita, Ph.D., Headmaster, ‘Iolani School Walter Kahumoku III, Ph.D., Director for Teacher Education & Professional Development, Kamehameha Schools Hunter McEwan, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Educational Foundations, COE, UHM Robert G. Peters, Ph.D., Headmaster, Hanahau‘oli School James K. Scott, Ph.D., President, Punahou School Steven M. Shiraki, Ph.D., Educational Specialist, Hawaii Department of Education Daniel E. White, Ph.D., Headmaster, Island Pacific Academy

Administration Robert M. Witt, M.Ed., Executive Director, Hawaii Association of Independent Schools Lisa K. Leong, M.A., Director of Programs, Hawaii Association of Independent Schools Myrna Medeiros, Financial Officer, Hawaii Association of Independent Schools Erin Tyrrell, Assistant Director of Programs & Receptionist, Hawaii Association of Independent Schools

Leadership, Faculty & Administration