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Mililani and Maui High Schools honored by Hawaii State Department of Education
Two schools in Hawaii have been distinguished as the inaugural Hawaii Schools of Democracy, each being recognized in separate ceremonies.
Kona Kohala Chefs Association's Christmas with the Chefs Event Presents Six Culinary Scholarships
On Saturday, December 9, the American Culinary Federation (ACF) Kona Kohala Chefs Association celebrated six recent scholarship winners. The ceremony was held at the fully booked Christmas with the Chefs gala, located on the grounds of Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.
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Rep. Ed Case announces Congressional App Challenge winners
By Big Island Times | Dec 12, 2023
At a gathering at the Entrepreneur’s Sandbox, Representative Ed Case unveiled the winners of his district's 2023 Congressional App Challenge. The victors were Jaylen Rabago from DreamHouse ‘Ewa Beach, a public charter school, Jeremiah So from Christian Academy, and Jinghao Li and Kekoa Dung from Island Pacific Academy.
Art auction raises $14K for schools affected in wildfires
By Big Island Times | Dec 10, 2023
An art auction held earlier this month has raised $14,000 to benefit four schools that were affected by the Maui wildfires last summer. The auction featured artwork from students and teachers of Lāhaināluna schools, as well as local art professionals.
Savannah Deasy awarded Civics Scholarship
By Press Release | Nov 1, 2023
The Foundation for the Restoration of America (FFROA) awarded a $2,000 scholarship to Full Sail University student Savannah Deasy.
UH at Mānoa: 'we can reduce ecosystem flammability and therefore the impacts of wildfire across the islands"
By Big Island Times | Oct 17, 2023
According to a recent discovery made by a PhD student from the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa School of Sciences, new species of flammable, invasive grasses have been found across most Hawaiian Islands. The student, Kevin Faccenda, believes that by identifying and locating these "fire-promoting" grass species, measures can be taken to reduce the impacts of future wildfires.
Hawai'i State Teachers Association and Kamehameha Schools distribute over 1000 backpacks and school supplies to hundreds of Lahaina families on October 12
By Big Island Times | Oct 13, 2023
The Hawai'i State Teachers Association (HSTA) and Kamehameha Schools partnered to distribute hundreds of backpacks filled with school supplies to Lahaina families. This initiative was launched in response to the wildfires that occurred on August 8, which destroyed King Kamehameha III Elementary School and temporarily closed three other schools.
Family of Bob Wagner: 'Our loving husband and father touched many lives throughout Hawai'i and will be dearly missed by all who knew him'
By Big Island Times | Oct 8, 2023
Former University of Hawai'i Head Football Coach Bob "Wags" Wagner passed away on October 3 at age 76. Wagner, who had been battling ongoing health issues, was remembered fondly by his family and the community he touched.
UH Hilo: 'an important benefit of adding the CSAC concentration is that students will be trained to treat both substance use disorders and mental health issues'
By Big Island Times | Oct 8, 2023
The University of Hawai'i at Hilo is expanding its mental health counseling program in Fall 2024 in an effort to address the increasing demand for mental health services in the County of Hawai'i. Thanks to funding from the Hawai'i Department of Health's Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division and the Hawai'i County Mayor's Office, students will have the opportunity to participate in the newly introduced "Certified Substance Abuse Counselor" (CSAC) specialization.
17-year-old arrested for terroristic threats towards Waiākea High School
By Big Island Times | Sep 9, 2023
A 17-year-old male juvenile has been arrested and charged with terroristic threatening in connection with a threat made towards Waiākea High School in Hilo, Hawaii. The arrest was made on September 7 after a Waiākea High School student received a threat via social media. The teenager, who is a student at Hilo High School, was apprehended at his residence in Hilo.
UH Hilo chancellor: 'I look forward to working with her in this new capacity'
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 21, 2023
The University of Hawai'i Hilo named Dr. Keiki Kawai'ae'a as the new interim vice chancellor for academic affairs fill a vacancy created with the resignation of Dr. Kris Roney.
Irwin: Kattenhorn's 'rich experience will serve UH Hilo well in the coming years'
By Big Island Times Report | Jul 17, 2023
Dr. Simon Kattenhorn has been recently appointed as a dean at the University of Hawaii at Hilo.
HSTA Member Sarah Tochiki: 'We shouldn't be politicizing education in our state or in our country'
By Big Island Times Report | Jul 7, 2023
More than 3,000 educators gathered in Orlando, Florida on July 5 to advocate for truthfulness in education, and this included almost 90 members of the Hawai’i State Teachers Association (HSTA), according to a news release by the HSTA.
Educators collaborate to bring field day to local elementary students: 'Events like this are a step in the right direction'
By Big Island Times Report | Jun 2, 2023
Konawaena High School students drove to Holualoa Elementary to host a health and fitness field day in early May, according to a press release published by youth fitness instructor Joel Matsunaga.
Hawaii governor: 'This is another great step forward in raising pay and improving the quality of life for our teachers' on new contract settlement
By Big Island Times Report | Apr 29, 2023
Gov. Josh Green helped negotiators resolve some of the final hurdles before announcing a tentative four-year contract settlement with the Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA).
Public school teachers overwhelmingly ratify 4-year contract
By Press Release | Apr 27, 2023
Ninety-two percent of the nearly 7,000 valid ballots cast approved the contract that will take effect July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2027.
Kea'au Elementary School teacher receives HSTA's 2023 STACY Award for Teaching Excellence
By Press Release | Apr 25, 2023
The Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association’s STACY Award for Teaching Excellence recognizes a teacher who demonstrates leadership, dedication, and passion in five categories: scholarship, teaching, advocacy, community, and youth. It is one of the highest honors bestowed by the association.
Local musicians headline benefit concert for Hawai'i educators
By Press Release | Mar 20, 2023
The Hawaiʻi Foundation for Educators (HFE) is teaming up with local musicians and performers for the third annual “Teach Our Future” benefit concert.
Hawaii Department of Education honors 87 teachers for renewing certification standards
By Big Island Times Report | Feb 10, 2023
The Hawaii Department of Education honored 87 teachers who earned or renewed their National Board of Professional Teaching Standards certification during a ceremony at the Hawaii State Capitol.
Hirono on new school: 'I'm focused on supporting not only our service members but their families as well'
By Big Island Times Report | Jan 11, 2023
Groundbreaking ceremonies were held recently for the new Mokapu Elementary School at the Kaneohe Marine Corps Base.