The Present ELC Campus
The new Mary, Star of the Sea ELC campus was built over the same grounds of the original rectory and convent and was completed in December 2003. We opened our doors at our new location in January 2004.
The campus was designed to be an aesthetically pleasing environment with an open-air feel. All areas are spacious and integrate out-doors to in-doors with natural foliage and plants in every area. Each classroom is designed for climate control and as an optimal learning environment.
All classes provide areas for language and reading skills, fine and large motor skills, music, art, language, and self-care help. Tasks, educational materials and toys are changed monthly and quarterly. Two outdoor playgrounds accommodate both the toddler division and the preschool/kindergarten areas.
Each playground features special shade cover and artificial field turf to protect against sun or rain. The playgrounds are spacious and offer age-appropriate swings, jungle gyms and toys. The larger, re-designed preschool/kindergarten playground also features space for running, soccer and other sports play which both the toddler and preschool keiki utilize.
Security
Families whose children are enrolled at the ELC can also have peace of mind as it has been designed with security in mind, featuring a passcode-only entry, a front entrance intercom camera, 48 security cameras located throughout the school, and secure entries and exits for parents and staff. There are two security monitors, one located in the front office and the other in an administrative office. The school also implements the Connect-Ed emergency notification process for parents for weather and island-wide emergencies as well as individual urgent messages. Additional information on security and emergency procedures is also on the Parent Handbook [PDF].
Outreach and Mission
Mary, Star of the Sea Early Learning Seeks to Build Goodwill, Peace and Understanding
Throughout the many years of service in the education of young children, Mary, Star of the Sea Early Learning Center has provided community outreach by the ELC families and in collaboration with Mary, Star of the Sea Church.
