#Hawaii DOE
DOE, Teachers Union Clash Over Return to In-Person Learning Exclusively
Dr. Elizabeth Char, DOH director, said that a bump in coronavirus tallies will occur no matter when the state decides to send its students back to school, contending that the benefits outweigh the risks.
Civil Rights Groups Call Out Hawai‘i DOE
In Hawaiʻi, students with disabilities are suspended for more days than any other state.
How is DOE Addressing Soil Contaminants at Hawai‘i Schools?
Big Island Now follows up on the DOE’s promise to address concerns over contaminated soil found at 18 schools.
Why is Hawai‘i Losing More Teachers Every Year?
Hawai‘i is losing 1,200 teachers each year; there aren’t enough locals going into the profession to meet demand. Big Island Now explores possible reasons for this dilemma.
Input Sought on Next Decade of Hawai‘i Education
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is seeking feedback on the first draft of a 2030 Promise Plan.
Gov. Ige Appoints Kamehameha Educator to BOE
Gov. David Ige has appointed Damien Kaimana Barcarse to the Board of Education’s Hawai‘i County seat.
More Hawai‘i Students Graduating with Honors
The number of students who have earned the DOE’s Honors Recognition Certificate is steadily increasing.
Senators Urge DOE to Help Argosy University Students
Argosy University-Hawai‘i, which has campuses in Hilo, Honolulu and Wailuku, will shut down today, March 8, 2019.
Gov. Ige Makes 3 Appointments to Board of Education
The appointments are subject to approval by the Senate. If confirmed, they will each serve three-year terms starting on July 1, 2018.
Dealing with Bullies in School
Kaunakakai Elementary School on Molokaʻi is doing what it can to prevent another form of violence—bullying—from taking ahold of its campus.
Subs, Part-Time Teacher Not Entitled to $56M in Back Wages
Hawai‘i Supreme Court: Certain substitute and part-time teachers who had worked for the state between 2000 and 2012 are not entitled to back wages or interest.
DOE Transition Center Initiative Honors Rep. Mark Takai
Transition Centers will expand islandwide, named in honor of the late Congressman K. Mark Takai for his staunch support of military-dependent students.
Hawai‘i DOE Cautions Parents About ’13 Reasons Why’
The Hawai‘i DOE superintendent wrote a letter to parents and guardians of Hawai‘i’s students, cautioning them about a recently released Netflix series.
HSTA Board Recommends Tentative Agreement
The HSTA has reached a tentative agreement on a contract, that, according to HSTA President Corey Rosenlee, “will benefit Hawai‘i’s teachers and their students.”
Hilo High School Students Taking More AP, College Courses
Hilo High School students who enrolled in college-level courses during high school increased 24% from 7% since 2014.
Public School Teachers to Sign Wave Before Tuesday Classes
Thousands of public school teachers, parents and students will participate in “Schools Our Keiki Deserve Sign Waving and Walk-in” before school begins March 7.
