Traveling to Kaua'i has been one of the best experiences of my life. I got to meet so many great people on that island that I will never forget. My favorite part of being on the island of Kaua'i was working with the students from the Kekaha Learning Center. Most of the students that attend Kekaha are from Niihau, also known as the "forbidden island." Today, only about 50 people live on the island of Niihau.
Working with the students from the Kekaha Learning Center was a life changing experience. The children had so much to offer and made us ohana instantly. We spent three days with them, which was definitely not enough time in my opinion! I worked with a group of 5th graders, who blew me away with how smart they were! They kept asking me about what it is like back home and what snow is like. I told them they are not missing out on much!
After spending time with them I now know my Hawaiian name, the alphabet and numbers in Hawaiian and "Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes!"
Now that I am back in Minnesota I value my time spent in Hawaii even more, not only because the weather was great but because I know that our class will always have an impact on the students of Kekaha's lives and they have left a large impact on our lives as well.
Until next time Kaua'i!
Aloha & Mahalo!
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