During this time of school closures and social distancing, Lahaina resident Jen Mather is organizing “Lahaina Strong Keiki Kafe,” a Facebook group where youth can engage in educational and critical thinking activities. To kick off the opening of the page, keiki are asked to answer the question, “What makes Lahaina Strong?” The Grand Prize and […]
Education
Submissions for the Bob Poulson Scholarship Opportunity with Construction Industry of Maui
Submissions for the Bob Poulson Scholarship Opportunity with Construction Industry of Maui are due by Wednesday, April 1st. Maui’s 2020 graduating senior students are encouraged to apply! Candidate eligibility qualifications include being a Maui County resident, and entering a 4-year or 2-year degree program in architecture, engineering, construction management, construction engineering, landscape architecture, interior design, […]
AAUW Whale Watch with Pacific Whale Foundation
The AAUW Whale Watch with Pacific Whale Foundation will happen on Sunday, March 1st. American Association of University Women Maui Branch (AAUW) is raising funds to award three major scholarships to students enrolled at UH Maui College. This is an annual event, and scholarships are awarded to students pursuing degrees or certifications with University of […]
Pono Award Accepting Nominations for Educator’s Social Justice Work
The Human and Civil Rights Committee of the Hawai‘i State Teachers Association is seeking nominations from the public for its 2020 Pono Award. The Pono Award recognizes an exceptional HSTA member who “demonstrates the ability to lead, organize and engage educators, parents, and the community to advocate on social justice issues that impact the lives […]
Zero Waste at Lahaina Intermediate School
Co-founder of West Maui Green Cycle Gretchen Losano, Grow Some Good, and Lahaina Intermediate School have created a new pilot program to reduce waste on campus. The new Zero Waste Program grew out of a letter Losano wrote to Grow Some Good about a garden coordinator position. In the letter, Losano proposed a different option […]
King K Grad Wins Arts Scholarship
Amanda Heauser-Caires, a 2019 King Kekaulike High School graduate, has received A $1000 scholarship from Maui Arts League to further her college studies in fine arts. The award is one of two available annually to Maui high school seniors pursuing higher education in fine arts. Heauser-Caires, from Makawao, is finishing her first semester at the […]
Maui Seat On UH Board Open
An opportunity to make a difference in education on Maui is presenting itself with the call for nominations for University of Hawai‘i’s Board of Regents. The UH Candidate Advisory Council is now accepting applications for the Maui County seat on the UH Board. The UH Board of Regents has the power to formulate policy and […]
Maui Waena STEMworks Program Fundraiser at Tantes in Ma’alaea
The Maui Waena STEMworks Program Fundraiser will be at Tantes in Ma’alaea on Saturday, November 16th. The fundraising lunch includes a beautiful buffet, live entertainment, student projects on display, and a raffle. Support STEM learning programs on Maui! Only 125 tickets are available. Go online for tickets. $50. 11am. Tantes Ma’alaea, (300 Ma‘alaea Rd.); mwisstem.com […]
Seeking a Cure for Medical Assistant Shortage
The shortage of educational opportunities for medical assistants on Maui is being addressed by a collaborative effort between Kaua‘i Community College and University of Hawai‘i Maui College. UHMC and Kaua‘i CC have launched a partnership to graduate medical assistants on Maui, allowing them to take classes from Kaua‘i CC’s accredited medical assisting program without leaving […]
Homeschooling: It’s Easier Than You Think at Akaku Community Media
Check out the ‘Homeschooling: It’s Easier Than You Think Talk’ at Akaku Community Media on Thursday, November 7th. Gail Nagasako, a homeschooling advocate, will share about her experience educating children in the home. She’ll discuss how to tailor learnings for a specific child’s personality, talents, learning style, and more. Free. 6pm. Akaku Maui Community Media, […]
The New Normal: Active shooter drills come to Maui County public schools
This ain’t the Mainland. At least that’s what the iconic bumper sticker says. Many who live on Maui feel somewhat isolated from the tragic gun violence on the US Continent. But the reality is, with the rise of active gun attacks across the United States, we have to be prepared for violence and the unimaginable […]
Underrepresented: Filipinos make up 21.5 percent of UHMC student body, only 4.7 percent of instructional staff
When I was covering a political movement for MauiTime some years ago, an activist lamented to me that Filipinos were too “docile” to be a part of their movement. History aside (Filipino hero Lapu Lapu was the first person to fight against Spanish colonization, Filipino labor organizers led the famous Delano Grape Strike, and Filipino […]
The Forgotten War Revisited Exhibit at Nisei Veterans Memorial Center
The ‘Forgotten War Revisited Exhibit’ will be at Nisei Veterans Memorial Center until Friday, December 27th. The show is presented by the Korean War Veterans Association, Maui No Ka Oi Chapter 282, and the Maui Korean Community Association. There’ll be panels detailing the history of the Korean War, artifacts, and personal collections on display. Free. […]
Department of Education to Review Teacher Pay, Seeks Public Input
Teachers provide a foundation for our youth through constant dedication in and before class, and long after students head home. There’s material to prepare, grading to complete, creative teaching methods to explore, research to stay on top of, and a rapidly evolving school environment to continuously adapt to. It’s a great responsibility that often comes […]
Introduction to Public Access TV Class at Akaku Community Media
Check out the Introduction to Public Access TV Class at Akaku Community Media on Monday, September 23rd. All Maui County residents are invited to learn more about public access television at this free class. Students will learn about how public access came to be, how it works, and the valuable role that it plays in […]
Hawai‘i Department of Education Seeks Public Feedback on ‘2030 Promise Plan’
Children are our future – it’s a well-known truth – and culturally relevant and location-based education strategies can help students lead better lives and make an impact on society. Hawai‘i’s public school system has been steadily evolving in order to keep up with the current trends, new technologies, and an increasing volume of information. The […]