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Seven Maui Schools Serving Poi

“I’ve been working in the DOE since 1997 and I’ve never seen poi available so I thought I would try it as a healthy alternative for the students… ”

Farm to School Program Features Kalo on Food Service Menu

The ‘Āina Pono Hawai‘i State Farm to School Program celebrated a milestone on Kauaʻi with ‘Ele‘ele Elementary School becoming the first Hawai‘i Department of Education school to officially serve kalo or taro in its food service menu.

Hawai‘i DOE Seeks Fresh Produce for Schools

Hawai‘i public schools seek more local farmers and vendors to supply fresh produce for student meals.

Student Meals to Feature Maui Gold Pineapples

Maui-grown pineapples are being incorporated into student meals statewide as part of the ʻAina Pono Hawaiʻi State Harvest of the Month program in May.

‘Ulu on Menu in Hawai‘i Public Schools

This month, Hawai‘i public schools welcome a new local product in student meals – ‘ulu, otherwise known as breadfruit.