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Kapolei Middle School teacher named Milken Educators of Hawai‘i’s 2026 Teacher of Promise
KAPOLEI — Kapolei Middle School agriculture teacher Ashley Fuerst was honored today with the 2026 State Teacher of Promise award. The award is granted annually by the Milken Educators of Hawai‘i — a select group of Hawai‘i educators who have been recognized by the nationally renowned Milken Family Foundation — to a classroom teacher who…
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Students develop personal, professional skills through CTSO Conferences
Competing in three years of Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) competitions has allowed Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High senior Prince Adena to develop his public speaking skills and foster relationships with students from other campuses. It has also provided Adena a glimpse into future opportunities after high school. ”CTSOs are helpful to see what…
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Class of 2026 high school graduation ceremonies scheduled
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education has announced graduation ceremony dates, times and locations for the Class of 2026. A list of statewide commencement celebrations is included below. Schools will be providing families with specific event details. The list below reflects the most current information and will be updated as needed. Families are encouraged to…
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Student internship opportunities open for Summer 2026
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) offers in-person student internships at state offices, complex area offices, and schools.
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Mural Moʻolelo: Kealakehe High
Sunlit rays bounce off the ocean’s surface above a humpback whale mother and her calf, and a cinematic underwater coral reef shimmers on the second floor of Building-Q at Kealakehe High. Two ocean-themed murals at the school reflect both the creative artistry and career aspirations of senior Love Trujillo-Murphy. When teacher and homeroom advisor Elizabeth…
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Nānākuli High and Intermediate Principal Christine Udarbe named Hawaiʻi’s 2026 National Distinguished Principal
Kaimukī Middle Vice Principal Jenna Valbuena recognized as Hawaiʻi’s 2026 National Outstanding Assistant Principal Nānākuli High and Intermediate Principal Christine Udarbe has been named Hawaiʻi’s 2026 National Distinguished Principal by the Hawaiʻi Elementary and Middle School Administrators Association (HEMSAA), recognizing her strong instructional leadership and commitment to building a culture of excellence. The award, presented…
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HIDOE schools reopening on Maui and Molokai; closures continue on Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island
Please see the latest updates on schools reopening or remaining closed this week, following continued storm impacts. Reminder that Thursday, March 26, is a state-observed holiday, Prince Kūhiō Day. Schools reopening to students and staff march 25: Maui Molokai schools remaining closed this week: O‘ahu North Shore (March 25) At this time, the North Shore…
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All O‘ahu HIDOE offices, campuses to close March 20 due to severe weather conditions
11:50 a.m. update In alignment with Gov. Josh Green’s directive issued on March 20, 2026, in response to severe weather conditions impacting O‘ahu, the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education will implement the closure of all HIDOE offices and campuses on O‘ahu on Friday, March 20. Public schools statewide are on spring break this week so…
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Students make a splash in ʻThe Little Mermaid’: Celebrating 35 years of Nānākuli High & Intermediate’s Performing Arts Center
NĀNĀKULI — The Nānākuli High & Intermediate School Performing Arts Center (NPAC) has been part of students’ worlds and the Waiʻanae Coast community for 35 years. This spring, 33 students will perform in the cast of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” which opens March 27. Co-director Robin Kitsu founded NPAC in 1991 with a goal to…
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HIDOE continues storm damage assessments; Konawaena High to transition to distance learning
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education continues to assess impacts to campuses statewide following the recent Kona Low storm, which brought heavy rain, flooding and strong winds across multiple islands. The Department has received nearly 300 work orders related to storm damage, with the majority reported on Oʻahu. The most common issues involve roof leaks…