ACE Reading
ACE Reading is a supplemental reading, tutoring program that pairs adult and peer tutors with 1 or 2 less-skilled readers.
Community Learning Centers
Leeward and Waipahu Community Learning Centers.
Community Technology Centers
“Within walking distance” of nearly all Kalihi residents, CTC’s support major low-income ethnic groups: Filipino, Samoan, and Native Hawaiian. 40% speak English as a second language.
Computer ACE
In response to the oral traditions of Pacific Island cultures and communities the integration of computers provide a natural extension of ACE Reading. Computer ACE is showing promise in research with ESL populations.
Teen ACE
Teen ACE is a literacy program designed for (a) immigrants with very low levels of English language development; and (b) youth disengaged from education because of reading difficulties.
Video Futures
Video Futures provide some of the most powerful ways to create personal change. Video Futures centers provide (self-)instructional materials and consultation to educators, clinicians, and family members in the use of positive video futures strategies (self modeling, feedforward, video explorations).