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08/27/2025New menus bring local and global flavors to Hawai‘i public schools
This school year, Hawai‘i public schools are serving up new breakfast and lunch items that blend locally sourced ingredients with global flavors. The fresh dishes balance student favorites with innovative… More
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08/27/2025Alumni Spotlight: Kala‘e Parish, musician (Kapolei High)
Kala‘e Parish Occupation: MusicianWhat school you grad? Kapolei High School ‘08College: Linfield CollegeLocation: Waimea, Hawai’i Ask Kala‘e Parish why he moved from Oʻahu to Hawai‘i Island, and he’ll probably just… More
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08/25/2025Mural Moʻolelo: Waikoloa Elementary & Middle
Painted with the bold reds, oranges, and purples of Waikoloa sunsets and inspired by the moʻolelo of the ahupuaʻa, mural “Kawaikōloaokawahine” at Waikoloa Elementary & Middle School centers ancient Hawaiian… More
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08/20/2025‘We have a voice in our future’: Kalani High senior excited to serve as BOE student representative
Kalani High School senior Mia Nishiguchi serves as the student representative on the Hawai‘i Board of Education for the 2025-26 school year. While the student rep is a non-voting member,… More
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08/20/2025Staff Spotlight: Lars Mitsuda, culinary arts teacher (Moanalua High)
Lars Mitsuda Title: Culinary arts teacherJob site: Moanalua High SchoolYears in the HIDOE: 15 yearsYears in the position: 10 years Q: Briefly describe your career path.A: I always wanted to… More
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08/13/2025Alumni Spotlight: Su Shin, Hawaiian Telcom President (McKinley High)
Su Shin Occupation: Hawaiian Telcom PresidentWhat school you grad? McKinley High School ‘89College: University of La VerneLocation: Honolulu, HI After her father’s unexpected death when Su Shin was 5 years… More
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08/13/2025HIDOE recognizes complex area and charter school teachers of the year
HONOLULU — The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) today named 15 complex area teachers of the year and one charter school teacher of the year as part of the… More
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08/13/2025Student Voice: First school, then sports. The realities of a student-athlete
By Chiara Doyle, Kalani High School In Hawai‘i, tens of thousands of high school students dedicate themselves to year-round sports, embracing academic and athletic excellence. A student-athlete can be defined… More
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08/06/2025Staff Spotlight: Iris McGuire, athletics director (Kea’au High)
Iris McGuire Title: School Athletic Director Job site: Kea‘au High School Years in the HIDOE: 20 years Years in the position: 20 years (including eight years with other additional administrative… More
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08/05/2025HIDOE names new deputy superintendent for operations, assistant superintendent to lead newly established Campus Operations Office
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education today announced two key leadership appointments to support operational excellence and safe, thriving learning environments across the state’s public school system. Jesse Souki has… More
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07/31/2025HIDOE partners with GoKid to pilot carpooling option for school families
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) is partnering with GoKid, the leading school carpooling company, to launch a carpooling option to help families get students to and from school… More
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07/31/2025HIDOE announces school meal price updates for new school year
HONOLULU — Starting in the 2025-26 school year, the Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) will implement changes to school meal pricing, including expanded access to free meals for more… More
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07/28/2025New Wahiawā education hub breaks ground, anchored by library, UHCC classrooms, HIDOE offices
WAHIAWĀ – State and local leaders gathered to break ground on a new education and community facility in Wahiawā that will serve as the future home of the Wahiawā Public… More
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07/28/2025Mural Moʻolelo: Kīpapa Elementary
Students, supported by culture and community, carry their legacy forward with light, harmony and knowledge More
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07/23/2025HIDOE advances efforts to cut food imports, boost local purchasing
HONOLULU — With a statewide regional kitchen master plan now in motion, the Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) is turning its attention to transforming school menus to feature more… More
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