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UH Hilo to receive $9 million from American Rescue Plan to 'help secure the future of these schools'
By David Beasley | May 14, 2021
Hawaii has been granted $97 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds for higher education, U.S. Rep. Ed Case (D-HI) announced.
Nānākuli Elementary School principal described as 'amazing and inspiring' named 2021 National Distinguished Principal
By Bree Gonzales | May 14, 2021
Nānākuli Elementary School principal Lisa Ann Higa has been recently recognized as Hawaii’s 2021 National Distinguished Principal (NDP) by The Hawaii Elementary and Middle School Administrators Association (HEMSAA).
'Great leader': Kanoelani Elementary special education teacher named state winner of the Teacher of Promise Award
By Bree Gonzales | May 14, 2021
Kanoelani Elementary special education teacher Jenna Oskey was recently recognized by Milken Educators of Hawaii as the state winner of the Teacher of Promise Award.
Class of 2021 graduation celebrations scheduled for Hawaii’s public schools
By Press Release | May 4, 2021
he Hawaii State Department of Education on May 3 announced the dates, times and formats for public high school graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2021.
Hawaii Technology Academy touts 'relevant learning experiences'
By Bree Gonzales | Apr 22, 2021
Hawaii Technology Academy (HTA) is a tuition-free, Western Association of Schools and Colleges accredited, public charter school with campuses on the islands of Hawaii, Kauai, Maui and Oahu. It offers transformative education that engages learners to connect with the world.
Zysman: 'Children should be in high-quality preschools when they are four years old'
By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 11, 2021
An amendment to a proposed bill before the Hawaii State Senate would enable children who turn five by the end of December each year to enroll in kindergarten at the age of four, but the amendment’s sponsor is already seeking to have it removed.
New University of Hawaii report finds people with disabilities, some racial-ethnic groups 'overrepresented in arrests'
By James Ledbetter | Apr 4, 2021
A new report released by the University of Hawaii states that there are discriminatory police patrolling Oʻahu schools and the Department of Education does not fully report the issue to the federal government.
Construction begins on Kaua‘i High’s new gymnasium
By Andy Nghiem | Mar 7, 2021
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new gymnasium at Kaua‘i High School.
Hawaii Department of Education releases graduation regulations
By Andy Nghiem | Mar 7, 2021
The Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) recently released guidelines allowing limited, in-person school graduation and transition ceremonies.
Hawaii State Teachers Union wants Kishimoto out
By Glenn Minnis | Mar 7, 2021
The Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA) wants Department of Education Superintendent Christina Kishimoto’s expiring contract to be her last with the public schools system.
Principal's union joins teachers in opposition of contract for state superintendent
By Michael Pineda | Mar 7, 2021
Hawaii Schools Superintendent Christina Kishimoto has lost the support of the state’s principals as the union has voiced opposition to renewing her contract.
Kishimoto contract renewal goes undecided
By Glenn Minnis | Mar 7, 2021
The fate of Hawaii school superintendent Christina Kishimoto hangs in the balance after members of the Hawaii Board of Education (BOE) pushed it back during a recent gathering, Honolulu Civil Beat reported.
University of Hawaii nursing professor wins election to Global Health Board
By Caleb Lombardo | Mar 5, 2021
University of Hawaii at Manoa Professor Kristine Qureshi has been selected to be a part of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health Board of Directors, according to a university press release.
Leading Hawaii epidemiologist recommends reopening schools
By Caleb Lombardo | Mar 5, 2021
One of the most heated debates in the pandemic era has been the opening of public schools.
Patrons 'awed' by Kapi'olani 'Ohana Produce Plus Food Distribution
By Solange DeLisle | Mar 3, 2021
Students and families in need received some essential food items thanks to the first-ever Kapi'olani 'Ohana Produce Plus Food Distribution.
Student turned educator and musician works to keep Hawaiian language alive
By Solange DeLisle | Mar 3, 2021
University of Hawai'i at Hilo graduate, teacher and award-winning musician Kainani Kahaunaele works to "be the example" that the Hawaiian language can be used in the 21st century.
University of Hawaii at Manoa receives award for innovative course development
By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Mar 3, 2021
The University of Hawaii at Manoa’s “Just Play” project has been awarded the 2021 Course Development Prize in architecture, climate change and society.
Hawaiian graduation rates decline amid pandemic
By Karen Kidd | Feb 16, 2021
As Hawaii Department of Education Superintendent Dr. Christina Kishimoto heads into her fourth year in that seat, it appears the state's graduation rate, which had been on the upswing, is going down, the Honolulu Civil Beat reported earlier this month.
UH Cancer Center to serve as setting for Disney+ series
By Andy Nghiem | Feb 11, 2021
The University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center will be featured as the setting of a new Disney+ original series, according to a news release by the University of Hawaiʻi.
Hawaii low-income schools receive $56.5 million for support
By Christina Heath | Feb 10, 2021
Hawaii K-12, Title I, schools are projected to receive federal funding of $56 million for the 2021-2022 school year, according to a KHON2 report.