Kahi Kamali’i Infant/Toddler Center

"Tea Time" Kahi Kamali’i is designed to be a place where children can grow and develop in a supportive, safe, nurturing environment. Young children are valued and respected as individuals, highly capable of exploring while learning new skills each and every day. Parents are regarded as the child’s first teacher, making the family unit unique and significant to our program. We believe that young children learn best in an environment that provides safety along with encouragement, security and responsive caregivers.

Kahi Kamali’i Infant/Toddler Center is a joint partnership between Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. and the J. Walter Cameron Center. The program offers childcare services for children 12 months to 3 years of age. Space is available for up to 20 children in a beautiful facility which offers separate space for infant and toddlers. Children with diagnosed special needs are welcomed to the program and are provided with services based on their individual needs. Plans will be developed by the parent’s, staff and other providers involved in the child’s care. Tuition assistance may be available for qualifying families. Parent conferences, meetings and trainings are also part of the program, allowing ample opportunity for communication between family and staff."We made our own choo choo train" The children created their own childrens Train

Kahi Kamali’i is open Monday through Friday 7:00a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and is located at 97 Mahalani St., Wailuku, HI. 96733. For further information feel free to contact the MEO- Head Start office, 99 Mahalani St., Wailuku, HI. 96733. Phone 808- 249-2990 or FAX 808-249-2991

 

 

Physical exam (completed within one year prior to start date)
Kahi Kamali‘i

Because the staff is trained and confident, the children in Kahi Kamali‘i are always well cared for.

Our Kahi Kamali‘i Infant and Toddler Center is a partnership effort with the J. Walter Cameron Center which obtained funding to build the facility. MEO provides the operational aspect of the center, providing staff and program management. Together, the Cameron Center and MEO agencies connect collaboratively on several activities throughout the year.

Each year, in January, we help with the Mercedes Championships golf event in Kapalua. The Kahi Kamali‘i staff and parents volunteer to assist with spectator parking. Proceeds gained from this function are help with facility expenses such as rent, utilities and maintenance costs. This added income is a direct financial benefit to Kahi Kamali‘i, offsetting some of the total cost for building usage and maintenance.

Staff training is an essential part of professional development for all Early Childhood Services employees. Various training opportunities are offered by county, state and national agencies dedicated to serving young
children and families.

MEO provides in-house training for our employees on a regular basis throughout the year. Our goal is to provide relevant training for staff to gain knowledge and understanding to complete essential tasks with confidence.

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