On April 1st, King Kamehameha III Elementary School opened their doors to the new temporary campus just below the Kapalua airport. This relocation comes after months of being displaced since the destruction of their campus during the Lahaina wildfire. Opening this campus is a significant step for the people of Lahaina as they move forward during this difficult time. Hear the experience from two teachers, as the students and staff of this strong community pull together to begin a new chapter. #lahainastrong
Kamehameha III Elementary New Campus Story
On April 1st, King Kamehameha III Elementary School opened their doors to the new temporary campus just below the Ka'anipali airport. This relocation comes after months of being displaced since the destruction of their campus during the Lahaina wildfire. Opening this campus is a significant step for the people of Lahaina as they move forward during this difficult time. Hear the experience from two teachers, as the students and staff of this strong community pull together to begin a new chapter.
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#lahaina #lahainastrong
Students recently gathered at UH Maui College for the 65 annual Maui County Regional Science and Engineering Fair. We would like to congratulate the participants and wish them much success as they continue learning and growing in the Science and Engineering fields of study. #mcrsef #science #education #doehawaii #sciencefair
PBL Early Hawaiian History Museum Project at Kamaliʻi Elementary School
Ms. Nivol Niemi's fourth grade class at Kamalii Elementary created a pop-up museum as an engaging medium to explore early Hawaiian history and share what they learned with their peers.
Day in the Life of a Business Management, Finance & Marketing Student
Small businesses are the backbone of Hawaiʻi's economy, representing 99% of all businesses in the state and employing half of Hawaiʻi's private workforce, according to a 2020 Small Business Profile by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Come to class with a Business Management, Finance & Marketing student at Lahainaluna High School to see how Hawai'i Public Schools is educating the next generation of entrepreneurs to meet the needs of today.
The vision of the Career Technical Education program at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education is a sustainable future in which Hawaiʻi graduates can live and thrive in-state by being prepared to succeed in high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand occupations.
To explore more CTE pathways, visit sites.google.com/k12.hi.us/ctepathways
Day in the Life of an Information Technology & Digital Transformation Student
The 80/80 Initiative is a goal set by the Hawaiʻi Technology Development Corporation, a state agency focused on developing the technology sector, to create 80,000 new tech and innovation jobs earning $80,000 or more in Hawaii by 2030. But according to a 2021 "Hawaiʻi IT Workforce Needs Report" by SMS Research, the demand for IT employees in Hawaiʻi exceeds the number of individuals seeking jobs in the industry.
Come to class with an Information Technology & Digital Transformation student at Maui High School to see how Hawai'i Public Schools is educating the next generation of tech workers to meet the needs of today.
The vision of the Career Technical Education program at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education is a sustainable future in which Hawaiʻi graduates can live and thrive in-state by being prepared to succeed in high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand occupations.
To explore more CTE pathways, visit sites.google.com/k12.hi.us/ctepathways
Day in the Life of an Architectural Design & Engineering Technology Student
In a 2021 Civil Beat article entitled, "How Can Hawaiʻi Get Students Interested In Local STEM Jobs? Start Them Early," the dean of UH's College of Engineering says, "There are generally more engineering jobs — as many as 600 — than graduates to fill them. About 300 students graduate from the engineering college per year, leaving a significant gap that is made worse because many graduates leave the state." This gap may have real-world consequences: Hawaiʻi received a D+ on the American Society of Civil Engineers' 2019 Report Card, which grades the quality of each state's infrastructure, including water systems, roads, energy systems, waste facilities, dams, airports, and bridges.
Come to class with an Architectural Design & Engineering Technology student at Maui High School to see how Hawai'i Public Schools is educating the next generation of architects and engineers to meet the needs of today.
The vision of the Career Technical Education program at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education is a sustainable future in which Hawaiʻi graduates can live and thrive in-state by being prepared to succeed in high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand occupations.
To explore more CTE pathways, visit sites.google.com/k12.hi.us/ctepathways
Day in the Life of a Health Services Student
According to the Hawaiʻi Healthcare Workforce Initiative 2022 report, there are nearly 3,900 unfilled non-physician healthcare positions throughout the state - a 76% increase from 2019.
Come to class with a Health Services student at Lahainaluna High School to see how Hawai'i Public Schools is educating the next generation of healthcare workers to meet the needs of today.
The vision of the Career Technical Education program at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education is a sustainable future in which Hawaiʻi graduates can live and thrive in-state by being prepared to succeed in high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand occupations.
To explore more CTE pathways, visit sites.google.com/k12.hi.us/ctepathways
Day in the Life of an Advanced Manufacturing Student
Did you know Hawaiʻi was once a manufacturing powerhouse? That's right: "By 1930, Hawaiʻi led the world in the production of canned pineapple and had the world’s largest canneries," according to the American Society for Horticultural Science. Today, manufacturing represents less than 2% of Hawaiʻi's GDP, according to the Hawaiʻi Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism. But with advancements in technology, that number could soon change.
Come to class with an Advanced Manufacturing student at King Kekaulike High School to see how Hawai'i Public Schools is educating the next generation of electro-mechanical engineers to meet the needs of today.
The vision of the Career Technical Education program at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education is a sustainable future in which Hawaiʻi graduates can live and thrive in-state by being prepared to succeed in high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand occupations.
To explore more CTE pathways, visit sites.google.com/k12.hi.us/ctepathways
Kula kaiapuni story
The Hawaiian immersion pathway at Hawai'i Public Schools is known as kula kaiapuni. Kula means "school," and kaiapuni means "surrounded by or immersed as a person in the sea." Ke Kula Kaiapuni ma Kekaulike, the Hawaiian immersion pathway at King Kekaulike High School not only teaches Hawaiian language and culture, but also an ʻāina based understanding of personal identity.
Day in the Life of a Cultural Arts, Media & Entertainment Student
Spending in Hawai'i on film and television production soared from $128 million in 2007 to $355 million in 2019, according to UHERO. “These TV series and feature films continue to increase and with that comes the increased need for additionally trained local crew,” says Chris Sadayasu, Director of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
Come to class with a Cultural Arts, Media & Entertainment student at H.P. Baldwin High School to see how Hawai'i Public Schools is educating the next generation of filmmakers to meet the needs of today.
The vision of the Career Technical Education program at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education is a sustainable future in which Hawaiʻi graduates can live and thrive in-state by being prepared to succeed in high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand occupations.
To explore more CTE pathways, visit sites.google.com/k12.hi.us/ctepathways
Ha'ikū elementary butterfly story
Haiku Elementary School has built a butterfly habitat, which can be used as an outdoor classroom space. In this space, kids have a safe and supportive environment. This unique space gives students additional opportunities for Social Emotional Learning and Project Based Learning through studying butterflies, plants and other creatures. Hawai'i Public Schools
2023 Kaukakakai - Computer Science
Kawika Gonzales’s fifth grade class at Kaunakakai Elementary School is learning in unique ways. They are combining computer science and Hawaiian culture. This is a three-year grant from the University of Hawaii which is directed by Professor Dan Hoffman. The focus is on the role of culturally relevant computing.
This project also helps teachers who don’t have a background in teaching computer science education. Additional workshops will be held this summer. Hawai'i Public Schools University of Hawaii at Manoa
Day in the Life of a Hospitality, Tourism & Recreation Student
Leisure and hospitality job openings are near record highs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Restaurants and hotels are short-staffed, with nearly 2 million unfilled positions across the country. Here in Hawaiʻi, there are roughly 8,000 less workers in the hospitality sector in Q1 2023 than in Q1 2019, despite a nearly 97% recovery in visitor numbers over the same period, according to the Hawaii State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
Come to class with a Hospitality, Tourism & Recreation student at Lahainaluna High School to see how Hawai'i Public Schools is educating the next generation of hospitality workers to meet the needs of today.
The vision of the Career Technical Education program at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education is a sustainable future in which Hawaiʻi graduates can live and thrive in-state by being prepared to succeed in high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand occupations. In order to meet the needs of Hawaiʻi’s labor workforce, the DOE is expanding its CTE program from six pathways to 13, and redesigning its curricula. With the goal of increasing participation in CTE, and to help middle schoolers choose which pathway they'd like to pursue in high school, Maui District Television is creating "day in the life" videos for each CTE pathway.
STEM night Pukalani
Pukalani Elementary School is the only elementary school with a STEMwork after school program.
STEM education provides students and the community with a lot of opportunities! This program will stimulate children's curiosity and provide a world of possibilities. Hawai'i Public Schools STEMworks
Day in the Life of a Building & Construction Student
According to an Associated General Contractors of America 2022 Construction Outlook Hawaiʻi Survey, 63% of contractors reported having "a hard time filling some or all positions." Meanwhile, the Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism estimates that Hawaiʻi needs to build 36,000 homes by 2030 in order to ease the state’s affordable housing crisis.
Come to class with a Building & Construction student at Maui High School to see how Hawai'i Public Schools is educating the next generation of construction workers to meet the needs of today.
The vision of the Career Technical Education program at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education is a sustainable future in which Hawaiʻi graduates can live and thrive in-state by being prepared to succeed in high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand occupations. In order to meet the needs of Hawaiʻi’s labor workforce, the DOE is expanding its CTE program from six pathways to 13, and redesigning its curricula. With the goal of increasing participation in CTE, and to help middle schoolers choose which pathway they'd like to pursue in high school, Maui District Television is creating "day in the life" videos for each CTE pathway.
Day in the Life of an Education Student
Did you know that the DOE hires about 1,200 new teachers each year?
Come to class with an Education student at Maui High School to see how Hawai'i Public Schools is educating the next generation of teachers to meet the needs of today.
The vision of the Career Technical Education program at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education is a sustainable future in which Hawaiʻi graduates can live and thrive in-state by being prepared to succeed in high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand occupations. In order to meet the needs of Hawaiʻi’s labor workforce, the DOE is expanding its CTE program from six pathways to 13, and redesigning its curricula. With the goal of increasing participation in CTE, and to help middle schoolers choose which pathway they'd like to pursue in high school, Maui District Television is creating "day in the life" videos for each CTE pathway.
