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HIDOE shares proposed methodology and timeline for school consolidation study
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education announced that it has initiated a discussion on its approach to review public school campuses for potential consolidation in light of a steady decrease in overall enrollment over the past decade.
Poepoe introduces bill seeking use of federal aid for free meals at eligible Hawaiʻi schools
In an effort to provide relief to working-class families and ensure nutritious meals for keiki so they can focus better at school, Representative Mahina Poepoe (D-13 Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i, Kaho‘olawe, portion of Kahului, Ha‘ikū, Pe‘ahi, Huelo, Nāhiku, Hāna, Kīpahulu) introduced House Bill 1540. The legislation requires eligible schools to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision, which provides […]
Hawaiʻi schools to receive $2 M to help provide school meals, keep kids healthy
US Senator Brian Schatz (D- Hawaiʻi) announced that schools in Hawai‘i will receive an estimated $2,340,000 in increased funding from the US Department of Agriculture to help cover the costs of school meal programs.
Newly Signed Emergency COVID-19 Spending Bill Includes Hirono-Backed Education Priorities
Bill includes substantial funding for K-12 schools, colleges and universities, and early childhood programs to respond to COVID-19
DOE Unveils Return to Learn Plan for Hawai‘i Public Schools
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education today unveiled its Return to Learn: School Reopening Plan that public schools are using to prepare for the “safe and healthy” return of students and staff during the upcoming 2020-21 school year.
$4.7 Million Headed To Maui K-12 Schools for Extra Academic Support to Low Income Students
The funding is part of a larger $54 million appropriation for Hawai‘i K-12 schools to be used for teacher professional development, additional teachers, new technology and academic programs.
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.
Maui Girl Recounts ‘Stranger Danger’ Incident
Malika Dudley sat down with a Maui girl who experienced a “stranger danger” incident recently.
Kishimoto Named New Hawai‘i Superintendent of Schools
The State of Hawaiʻi Board of Education has selected Christina Kishimoto, Ph.D. as the incoming Superintendent to lead the Hawaiʻi Department of Education.
Maui Preparatory Makes STEAM Campus Expansion
Maui Preparatory Academy will add 992 s.f. to its high school campus, consolidating and expanding assets into a Center for Creativity, Innovation and…
Audit Shows HIDOE Finances Are ‘On Track’
The Hawai‘i Department of Education audit for the FY 2015 confirmed that the department continues to be fiscally responsible in its oversight of its funds.
‘Everyone Wins’ at Annual Hawai‘i STEM Conference
The Hawai‘i STEM Conference held May 6 and 7 proved once again that everyone’s a winner when it comes to STEM education; Maui County students brought home a dozen awards.
HECO Proposes New Time-of-Use Rates for Public Schools
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission received a proposal from the Hawaiian Electric Companies with new, lower daytime electric rates for the Hawai‘i Department of Education that could help public schools manage their electricity costs as they install additional air conditioning and cooling equipment, while also using renewable energy that is available during the day.
FHB Employees Assist Maui Farm, Hawai‘i Schools
On Saturday, Aug. 15, 85 First Hawaiian Bank employees and their families assisted Maui Farm with gardening activities, including planting, propagating, pruning trees, moving plants and creating a new nursery for Native Hawaiian plants as part of the bank’s Community Care Employee Volunteer Service program.
Piilani Village Summer Bash with Willie K focuses on education: July 10, 2010
As part of its efforts to help education in the community, Piilani Village Shopping Center is again partnering with Helping Hands Hawaii and the Queen Liliuokalani Children’s Center to conduct a Ready to Learn school supplies drive. Those attending the event are encouraged to bring along new pencils, pens, notebooks and other classroom supplies to […]
